1995 Mazda 626 vs. 1966 Nissan Bluebird
To start off, 1995 Mazda 626 is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Nissan Bluebird. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Nissan Bluebird would be higher. At 2,497 cc (6 cylinders), 1995 Mazda 626 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Mazda 626 (161 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 114 more horse power than 1966 Nissan Bluebird. (47 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Mazda 626 should accelerate faster than 1966 Nissan Bluebird. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Mazda 626 weights approximately 306 kg more than 1966 Nissan Bluebird. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1966 Nissan Bluebird 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 1966 Nissan Bluebird. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1995 Mazda 626, 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, 1995 Mazda 626 (217 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 128 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Nissan Bluebird. (89 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1995 Mazda 626 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Nissan Bluebird.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Mazda 626 | 1966 Nissan Bluebird | |
| Make | Mazda | Nissan |
| Model | 626 | Bluebird |
| Year Released | 1995 | 1966 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2497 cc | 1189 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 161 HP | 47 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 217 Nm | 89 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1266 kg | 960 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4700 mm | 4000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1500 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2390 mm |
