1986 Nissan Leopard vs. 1976 Nissan Bluebird
To start off, 1986 Nissan Leopard is newer by 10 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 1,770 cc (4 cylinders), 1986 Nissan Leopard is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Nissan Leopard (98 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 1976 Nissan Bluebird. (89 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1986 Nissan Leopard should accelerate faster than 1976 Nissan Bluebird. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Nissan Leopard weights approximately 95 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, 1986 Nissan Leopard (147 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 14 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Nissan Bluebird. (133 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1986 Nissan Leopard will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Nissan Bluebird.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Nissan Leopard | 1976 Nissan Bluebird | |
| Make | Nissan | Nissan |
| Model | Leopard | Bluebird |
| Year Released | 1986 | 1976 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1770 cc | 1595 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 98 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 147 Nm | 133 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1105 kg | 1010 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 4460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2660 mm |
