1974 Nissan Bluebird vs. 1987 Toyota Land Cruiser
To start off, 1987 Toyota Land Cruiser is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Nissan Bluebird. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Nissan Bluebird would be higher. At 3,431 cc (4 cylinders), 1987 Toyota Land Cruiser is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Toyota Land Cruiser (97 HP @ 3500 RPM) has 21 more horse power than 1974 Nissan Bluebird. (76 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1987 Toyota Land Cruiser should accelerate faster than 1974 Nissan Bluebird.
Because 1987 Toyota Land Cruiser is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1974 Nissan Bluebird. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1987 Toyota Land Cruiser will offer significantly more control. 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, 1987 Toyota Land Cruiser (226 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 91 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Nissan Bluebird. (135 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1987 Toyota Land Cruiser will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Nissan Bluebird.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Nissan Bluebird | 1987 Toyota Land Cruiser | |
| Make | Nissan | Toyota |
| Model | Bluebird | Land Cruiser |
| Year Released | 1974 | 1987 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1595 cc | 3431 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 76 HP | 97 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Torque | 135 Nm | 226 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1700 mm |
