1973 Nissan Skyline vs. 1975 Nissan Bluebird
To start off, 1975 Nissan Bluebird is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Nissan Skyline. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Nissan Skyline would be higher. At 1,998 cc (6 cylinders), 1973 Nissan Skyline is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1973 Nissan Skyline (89 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 1975 Nissan Bluebird. (76 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1973 Nissan Skyline should accelerate faster than 1975 Nissan Bluebird. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Nissan Skyline weights approximately 137 kg more than 1975 Nissan Bluebird. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1973 Nissan Skyline (160 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 25 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Nissan Bluebird. (135 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1973 Nissan Skyline will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Nissan Bluebird.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Nissan Skyline | 1975 Nissan Bluebird | |
| Make | Nissan | Nissan |
| Model | Skyline | Bluebird |
| Year Released | 1973 | 1975 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 1595 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 76 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 160 Nm | 135 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1092 kg | 955 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4220 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2510 mm |
