1976 Nissan Bluebird vs. 1984 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 1984 Toyota Corolla is newer by 8 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 1,595 cc (4 cylinders), 1976 Nissan Bluebird is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1976 Nissan Bluebird (76 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 1984 Toyota Corolla. (74 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1976 Nissan Bluebird should accelerate faster than 1984 Toyota Corolla. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Nissan Bluebird weights approximately 80 kg more than 1984 Toyota Corolla. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1976 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 1976 Nissan Bluebird. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1984 Toyota Corolla, 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, 1976 Nissan Bluebird (135 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 32 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Toyota Corolla. (103 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1976 Nissan Bluebird will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Toyota Corolla.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Nissan Bluebird | 1984 Toyota Corolla | |
| Make | Nissan | Toyota |
| Model | Bluebird | Corolla |
| Year Released | 1976 | 1984 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1595 cc | 1295 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 76 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 135 Nm | 103 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 960 kg | 880 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4220 mm | 4140 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2440 mm |
