1976 Holden Torana vs. 1971 Nissan Bluebird
To start off, 1976 Holden Torana is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Nissan Bluebird. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Nissan Bluebird would be higher. At 1,428 cc (4 cylinders), 1971 Nissan Bluebird is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1971 Nissan Bluebird (72 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 1976 Holden Torana. (62 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1971 Nissan Bluebird should accelerate faster than 1976 Holden Torana. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 Nissan Bluebird weights approximately 75 kg more than 1976 Holden Torana. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1971 Nissan Bluebird (116 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Holden Torana. (96 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1971 Nissan Bluebird will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Holden Torana.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Holden Torana | 1971 Nissan Bluebird | |
| Make | Holden | Nissan |
| Model | Torana | Bluebird |
| Year Released | 1976 | 1971 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1256 cc | 1428 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 62 HP | 72 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 96 Nm | 116 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 855 kg | 930 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4130 mm | 4130 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1570 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2430 mm |
