1987 Mazda 626 vs. 1970 Nissan Bluebird
To start off, 1987 Mazda 626 is newer by 17 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 1,789 cc (4 cylinders), 1987 Mazda 626 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Mazda 626 (89 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 27 more horse power than 1970 Nissan Bluebird. (62 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1987 Mazda 626 should accelerate faster than 1970 Nissan Bluebird. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Mazda 626 weights approximately 215 kg more than 1970 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, 1987 Mazda 626 (134 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 31 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Nissan Bluebird. (103 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1987 Mazda 626 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Nissan Bluebird.
Compare all specifications:
1987 Mazda 626 | 1970 Nissan Bluebird | |
Make | Mazda | Nissan |
Model | 626 | Bluebird |
Year Released | 1987 | 1970 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1789 cc | 1296 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 89 HP | 62 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 134 Nm | 103 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Vehicle Weight | 1120 kg | 905 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 4130 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1570 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2430 mm |