1996 Lexus LX vs. 1971 Nissan Bluebird
To start off, 1996 Lexus LX is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Nissan Bluebird. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Nissan Bluebird would be higher. At 4,664 cc (8 cylinders), 1996 Lexus LX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Lexus LX (232 HP) has 151 more horse power than 1971 Nissan Bluebird. (81 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Lexus LX should accelerate faster than 1971 Nissan Bluebird. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Lexus LX weights approximately 1400 kg more than 1971 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, 1996 Lexus LX (434 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 287 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Nissan Bluebird. (147 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1996 Lexus LX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Nissan Bluebird.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Lexus LX | 1971 Nissan Bluebird | |
| Make | Lexus | Nissan |
| Model | LX | Bluebird |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1971 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4664 cc | 1770 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 232 HP | 81 HP |
| Torque | 434 Nm | 147 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2430 kg | 1030 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4900 mm | 4220 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1870 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2510 mm |
