1999 Daihatsu Rocky vs. 1970 Nissan Bluebird
To start off, 1999 Daihatsu Rocky is newer by 29 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 2,237 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Daihatsu Rocky is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Daihatsu Rocky (90 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 18 more horse power than 1970 Nissan Bluebird. (72 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Daihatsu Rocky should accelerate faster than 1970 Nissan Bluebird. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Daihatsu Rocky weights approximately 450 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, 1999 Daihatsu Rocky (182 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 66 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Nissan Bluebird. (116 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1999 Daihatsu Rocky will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Nissan Bluebird.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Daihatsu Rocky | 1970 Nissan Bluebird | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Nissan |
| Model | Rocky | Bluebird |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1970 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2237 cc | 1427 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 90 HP | 72 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 182 Nm | 116 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1380 kg | 930 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3850 mm | 4130 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1570 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1860 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2430 mm |
