1976 Nissan Bluebird vs. 2005 Peugeot 407
To start off, 2005 Peugeot 407 is newer by 29 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 2,179 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Peugeot 407 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Peugeot 407 (156 HP @ 5650 RPM) has 80 more horse power than 1976 Nissan Bluebird. (76 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Peugeot 407 should accelerate faster than 1976 Nissan Bluebird. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Peugeot 407 weights approximately 600 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.
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, 2005 Peugeot 407, 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, 2005 Peugeot 407 (218 Nm @ 3900 RPM) has 83 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Nissan Bluebird. (135 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2005 Peugeot 407 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Nissan Bluebird.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Nissan Bluebird | 2005 Peugeot 407 | |
| Make | Nissan | Peugeot |
| Model | Bluebird | 407 |
| Year Released | 1976 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1593 cc | 2179 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 76 HP | 156 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5650 RPM |
| Torque | 135 Nm | 218 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3900 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 955 kg | 1555 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4220 mm | 4680 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2730 mm |
