1993 Daihatsu Rocky vs. 1970 Nissan Bluebird
To start off, 1993 Daihatsu Rocky is newer by 23 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 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 1993 Daihatsu Rocky is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Daihatsu Rocky (87 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 1970 Nissan Bluebird. (62 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1993 Daihatsu Rocky should accelerate faster than 1970 Nissan Bluebird. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Daihatsu Rocky weights approximately 451 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, 1993 Daihatsu Rocky (157 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 54 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Nissan Bluebird. (103 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1993 Daihatsu Rocky will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Nissan Bluebird.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Daihatsu Rocky | 1970 Nissan Bluebird | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Nissan |
| Model | Rocky | Bluebird |
| Year Released | 1993 | 1970 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 1296 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 87 HP | 62 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 157 Nm | 103 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1356 kg | 905 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3780 mm | 4130 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1570 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1850 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2430 mm |
