1990 Isuzu Trooper vs. 1973 Nissan Bluebird
To start off, 1990 Isuzu Trooper is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Nissan Bluebird. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Nissan Bluebird would be higher. At 2,255 cc (4 cylinders), 1990 Isuzu Trooper is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Isuzu Trooper (89 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 1973 Nissan Bluebird. (76 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Isuzu Trooper should accelerate faster than 1973 Nissan Bluebird. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Isuzu Trooper weights approximately 640 kg more than 1973 Nissan Bluebird. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1990 Isuzu Trooper is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1973 Nissan Bluebird. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1990 Isuzu Trooper will offer significantly more control. 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, 1990 Isuzu Trooper (167 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 32 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Nissan Bluebird. (135 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1990 Isuzu Trooper will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Nissan Bluebird.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Isuzu Trooper | 1973 Nissan Bluebird | |
| Make | Isuzu | Nissan |
| Model | Trooper | Bluebird |
| Year Released | 1990 | 1973 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2255 cc | 1595 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 76 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 167 Nm | 135 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1595 kg | 955 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4390 mm | 4220 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2510 mm |
