1976 Nissan Bluebird vs. 2011 SsangYong Rodius
To start off, 2011 SsangYong Rodius is newer by 35 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 2,696 cc (5 cylinders), 2011 SsangYong Rodius is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 SsangYong Rodius (163 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 43 more horse power than 1976 Nissan Bluebird. (120 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 SsangYong Rodius should accelerate faster than 1976 Nissan Bluebird. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 SsangYong Rodius weights approximately 748 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, 2011 SsangYong Rodius (342 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 175 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Nissan Bluebird. (167 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2011 SsangYong Rodius will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Nissan Bluebird. 2011 SsangYong Rodius has automatic transmission and 1976 Nissan Bluebird has manual transmission. 1976 Nissan Bluebird will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2011 SsangYong Rodius will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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1976 Nissan Bluebird | 2011 SsangYong Rodius | |
Make | Nissan | SsangYong |
Model | Bluebird | Rodius |
Year Released | 1976 | 2011 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1998 cc | 2696 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 120 HP | 163 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 167 Nm | 342 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 1175 kg | 1923 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 5130 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1920 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 3010 mm |