1975 Nissan Bluebird vs. 1974 Nissan Skyline
To start off, 1975 Nissan Bluebird is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Nissan Skyline. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Nissan Skyline would be higher. At 1,989 cc (6 cylinders), 1974 Nissan Skyline is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1974 Nissan Skyline (135 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 59 more horse power than 1975 Nissan Bluebird. (76 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1974 Nissan Skyline should accelerate faster than 1975 Nissan Bluebird. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Nissan Skyline weights approximately 165 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, 1974 Nissan Skyline (180 Nm @ 5600 RPM) has 45 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Nissan Bluebird. (135 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1974 Nissan Skyline will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Nissan Bluebird.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 Nissan Bluebird | 1974 Nissan Skyline | |
| Make | Nissan | Nissan |
| Model | Bluebird | Skyline |
| Year Released | 1975 | 1974 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1595 cc | 1989 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 76 HP | 135 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 135 Nm | 180 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 955 kg | 1120 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4220 mm | 4400 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2650 mm |
