1973 Nissan Bluebird vs. 2006 Nissan Sentra
To start off, 2006 Nissan Sentra is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Nissan Bluebird. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Nissan Bluebird would be higher. At 1,770 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Nissan Sentra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Nissan Sentra (127 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 51 more horse power than 1973 Nissan Bluebird. (76 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Nissan Sentra should accelerate faster than 1973 Nissan Bluebird. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Nissan Sentra weights approximately 575 kg more than 1973 Nissan Bluebird. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1973 Nissan Bluebird is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1973 Nissan Bluebird. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Nissan Sentra, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2006 Nissan Sentra (175 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 40 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Nissan Bluebird. (135 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2006 Nissan Sentra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Nissan Bluebird.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Nissan Bluebird | 2006 Nissan Sentra | |
| Make | Nissan | Nissan |
| Model | Bluebird | Sentra |
| Year Released | 1973 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1595 cc | 1770 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 76 HP | 127 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 135 Nm | 175 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 955 kg | 1530 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4220 mm | 4520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2540 mm |
