1979 Daihatsu Charade vs. 1970 Nissan Bluebird
To start off, 1979 Daihatsu Charade is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Nissan Bluebird. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Nissan Bluebird would be higher. At 1,296 cc (4 cylinders), 1970 Nissan Bluebird is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1979 Daihatsu Charade (66 HP) has 4 more horse power than 1970 Nissan Bluebird. (62 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1979 Daihatsu Charade should accelerate faster than 1970 Nissan Bluebird. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Nissan Bluebird weights approximately 179 kg more than 1979 Daihatsu Charade.
Let's talk about torque, 1979 Daihatsu Charade (106 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 3 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Nissan Bluebird. (103 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1979 Daihatsu Charade will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Nissan Bluebird.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Daihatsu Charade | 1970 Nissan Bluebird | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Nissan |
| Model | Charade | Bluebird |
| Year Released | 1979 | 1970 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 993 cc | 1296 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 66 HP | 62 HP |
| Torque | 106 Nm | 103 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Vehicle Weight | 726 kg | 905 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3560 mm | 4130 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1570 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2330 mm | 2430 mm |
