1979 Mazda 929 vs. 1973 Nissan Bluebird
To start off, 1979 Mazda 929 is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Nissan Bluebird. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Nissan Bluebird would be higher. At 1,767 cc (4 cylinders), 1979 Mazda 929 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1979 Mazda 929 (83 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 1973 Nissan Bluebird. (76 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1979 Mazda 929 should accelerate faster than 1973 Nissan Bluebird. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Mazda 929 weights approximately 115 kg more than 1973 Nissan Bluebird. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1973 Nissan Bluebird (135 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 1 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Mazda 929. (134 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1973 Nissan Bluebird will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Mazda 929.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Mazda 929 | 1973 Nissan Bluebird | |
| Make | Mazda | Nissan |
| Model | 929 | Bluebird |
| Year Released | 1979 | 1973 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1767 cc | 1594 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 83 HP | 76 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 134 Nm | 135 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1070 kg | 955 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4410 mm | 4220 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2510 mm |
