1980 Nissan Bluebird vs. 1976 Toyota Sprinter
To start off, 1980 Nissan Bluebird is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Toyota Sprinter. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Toyota Sprinter would be higher. At 1,595 cc (4 cylinders), 1980 Nissan Bluebird is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1976 Toyota Sprinter (99 HP) has 18 more horse power than 1980 Nissan Bluebird. (81 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1976 Toyota Sprinter should accelerate faster than 1980 Nissan Bluebird. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Nissan Bluebird weights approximately 135 kg more than 1976 Toyota Sprinter.
Let's talk about torque, 1976 Toyota Sprinter (145 Nm @ 5200 RPM) has 24 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Nissan Bluebird. (121 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1976 Toyota Sprinter will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Nissan Bluebird.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Nissan Bluebird | 1976 Toyota Sprinter | |
| Make | Nissan | Toyota |
| Model | Bluebird | Sprinter |
| Year Released | 1980 | 1976 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1595 cc | 1588 cc |
| Horse Power | 81 HP | 99 HP |
| Torque | 121 Nm | 145 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1000 kg | 865 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4360 mm | 3980 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2340 mm |
