1981 Mazda 121 vs. 1972 Nissan Bluebird
To start off, 1981 Mazda 121 is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Nissan Bluebird. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Nissan Bluebird would be higher. At 1,970 cc (4 cylinders), 1981 Mazda 121 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1981 Mazda 121 (86 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 1972 Nissan Bluebird. (72 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1981 Mazda 121 should accelerate faster than 1972 Nissan Bluebird. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Mazda 121 weights approximately 200 kg more than 1972 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, 1981 Mazda 121 (161 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 45 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Nissan Bluebird. (116 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1981 Mazda 121 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Nissan Bluebird.
Compare all specifications:
| 1981 Mazda 121 | 1972 Nissan Bluebird | |
| Make | Mazda | Nissan |
| Model | 121 | Bluebird |
| Year Released | 1981 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1970 cc | 1428 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 86 HP | 72 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 161 Nm | 116 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1130 kg | 930 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4510 mm | 4130 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1570 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2430 mm |
