1976 Nissan Bluebird vs. 1981 Toyota Soarer
To start off, 1981 Toyota Soarer is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Nissan Bluebird. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Nissan Bluebird would be higher. At 1,998 cc (6 cylinders), 1976 Nissan Bluebird is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1981 Toyota Soarer (134 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 1976 Nissan Bluebird. (120 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1981 Toyota Soarer should accelerate faster than 1976 Nissan Bluebird. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Toyota Soarer weights approximately 80 kg more than 1976 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, 1981 Toyota Soarer (211 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 44 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Nissan Bluebird. (167 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1981 Toyota Soarer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Nissan Bluebird.
Compare all specifications:
1976 Nissan Bluebird | 1981 Toyota Soarer | |
Make | Nissan | Toyota |
Model | Bluebird | Soarer |
Year Released | 1976 | 1981 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1998 cc | 1988 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 120 HP | 134 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 167 Nm | 211 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1175 kg | 1255 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 4660 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1370 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2670 mm |