1974 Nissan Bluebird vs. 1991 Plymouth Laser
To start off, 1991 Plymouth Laser is newer by 17 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 1,755 cc (4 cylinders), 1991 Plymouth Laser is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Plymouth Laser (91 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 1974 Nissan Bluebird. (76 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1991 Plymouth Laser should accelerate faster than 1974 Nissan Bluebird. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Plymouth Laser weights approximately 195 kg more than 1974 Nissan Bluebird. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1974 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 1974 Nissan Bluebird. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1991 Plymouth Laser, 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, 1991 Plymouth Laser (142 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 7 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Nissan Bluebird. (135 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1991 Plymouth Laser will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Nissan Bluebird.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Nissan Bluebird | 1991 Plymouth Laser | |
| Make | Nissan | Plymouth |
| Model | Bluebird | Laser |
| Year Released | 1974 | 1991 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1595 cc | 1755 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 76 HP | 91 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 135 Nm | 142 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 955 kg | 1150 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4220 mm | 4400 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2480 mm |
