1976 Holden Torana vs. 1981 Nissan Bluebird
To start off, 1981 Nissan Bluebird is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Holden Torana. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Holden Torana would be higher. At 1,595 cc (4 cylinders), 1981 Nissan Bluebird is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1981 Nissan Bluebird (81 HP) has 19 more horse power than 1976 Holden Torana. (62 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1981 Nissan Bluebird should accelerate faster than 1976 Holden Torana. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Nissan Bluebird weights approximately 145 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.
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, 1981 Nissan Bluebird (121 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 25 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Holden Torana. (96 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1981 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 | 1981 Nissan Bluebird | |
| Make | Holden | Nissan |
| Model | Torana | Bluebird |
| Year Released | 1976 | 1981 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1256 cc | 1595 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 62 HP | 81 HP |
| Torque | 96 Nm | 121 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 855 kg | 1000 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4130 mm | 4360 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2530 mm |
