1988 Lexus LS vs. 1970 Nissan Bluebird
To start off, 1988 Lexus LS is newer by 18 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 3,969 cc (8 cylinders), 1988 Lexus LS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Lexus LS (242 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 180 more horse power than 1970 Nissan Bluebird. (62 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1988 Lexus LS should accelerate faster than 1970 Nissan Bluebird. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Lexus LS weights approximately 910 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, 1988 Lexus LS (350 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 247 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Nissan Bluebird. (103 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1988 Lexus LS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Nissan Bluebird.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Lexus LS | 1970 Nissan Bluebird | |
| Make | Lexus | Nissan |
| Model | LS | Bluebird |
| Year Released | 1988 | 1970 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3969 cc | 1296 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 242 HP | 62 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 350 Nm | 103 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1815 kg | 905 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5000 mm | 4130 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1570 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2820 mm | 2430 mm |
