1996 Nissan Primera vs. 1970 Nissan Bluebird
To start off, 1996 Nissan Primera is newer by 26 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 1,597 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Nissan Primera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Nissan Primera (101 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 39 more horse power than 1970 Nissan Bluebird. (62 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Nissan Primera should accelerate faster than 1970 Nissan Bluebird. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Nissan Primera weights approximately 259 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, 1996 Nissan Primera (136 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 33 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Nissan Bluebird. (103 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1996 Nissan Primera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Nissan Bluebird.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Nissan Primera | 1970 Nissan Bluebird | |
| Make | Nissan | Nissan |
| Model | Primera | Bluebird |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1970 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1597 cc | 1296 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 101 HP | 62 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 136 Nm | 103 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1164 kg | 905 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4410 mm | 4130 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1570 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2430 mm |
