1976 Nissan Bluebird vs. 2005 SsangYong Actyon
To start off, 2005 SsangYong Actyon 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. Both 1976 Nissan Bluebird and 2005 SsangYong Actyon are equipped with a 1,998 cc engine. In terms of performance, 2005 SsangYong Actyon (139 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 1976 Nissan Bluebird. (120 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 SsangYong Actyon should accelerate faster than 1976 Nissan Bluebird. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 SsangYong Actyon weights approximately 597 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 2005 SsangYong Actyon is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1976 Nissan Bluebird. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 SsangYong Actyon will offer significantly more control. 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 SsangYong Actyon (310 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 143 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Nissan Bluebird. (167 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2005 SsangYong Actyon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Nissan Bluebird.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Nissan Bluebird | 2005 SsangYong Actyon | |
| Make | Nissan | SsangYong |
| Model | Bluebird | Actyon |
| Year Released | 1976 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 120 HP | 139 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 167 Nm | 310 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1175 kg | 1772 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 4460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1890 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2750 mm |
