1991 Nissan Bluebird vs. 1967 Triumph TR5
To start off, 1991 Nissan Bluebird is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Triumph TR5. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Triumph TR5 would be higher. At 2,498 cc (6 cylinders), 1967 Triumph TR5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1967 Triumph TR5 (150 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 69 more horse power than 1991 Nissan Bluebird. (81 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1967 Triumph TR5 should accelerate faster than 1991 Nissan Bluebird. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1967 Triumph TR5 weights approximately 20 kg more than 1991 Nissan Bluebird. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1967 Triumph TR5 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1967 Triumph TR5. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1991 Nissan Bluebird, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1967 Triumph TR5 (222 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 96 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Nissan Bluebird. (126 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1967 Triumph TR5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Nissan Bluebird.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Nissan Bluebird | 1967 Triumph TR5 | |
| Make | Nissan | Triumph |
| Model | Bluebird | TR5 |
| Year Released | 1991 | 1967 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Roadster |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1598 cc | 2498 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 81 HP | 150 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 126 Nm | 222 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1010 kg | 1030 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 3910 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1480 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1280 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2190 mm |
