1998 Daihatsu Terios vs. 1970 Nissan Bluebird
To start off, 1998 Daihatsu Terios is newer by 28 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 1,427 cc (4 cylinders), 1970 Nissan Bluebird is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Daihatsu Terios (89 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 1970 Nissan Bluebird. (72 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Daihatsu Terios should accelerate faster than 1970 Nissan Bluebird. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Daihatsu Terios weights approximately 120 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, 1998 Daihatsu Terios (123 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 7 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Nissan Bluebird. (116 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1998 Daihatsu Terios will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Nissan Bluebird.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Daihatsu Terios | 1970 Nissan Bluebird | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Nissan |
| Model | Terios | Bluebird |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1970 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1297 cc | 1427 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 72 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 123 Nm | 116 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Vehicle Weight | 1050 kg | 930 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3790 mm | 4130 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1570 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1770 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2430 mm |
