2000 Hyundai Neos vs. 1976 Nissan Bluebird
To start off, 2000 Hyundai Neos is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Nissan Bluebird. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Nissan Bluebird would be higher. At 1,998 cc (6 cylinders), 1976 Nissan Bluebird is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Hyundai Neos (247 HP @ 8200 RPM) has 127 more horse power than 1976 Nissan Bluebird. (120 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Hyundai Neos should accelerate faster than 1976 Nissan Bluebird. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Hyundai Neos weights approximately 468 kg more than 1976 Nissan Bluebird. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2000 Hyundai Neos (260 Nm @ 7000 RPM) has 93 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Nissan Bluebird. (167 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2000 Hyundai Neos will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Nissan Bluebird.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Hyundai Neos | 1976 Nissan Bluebird | |
| Make | Hyundai | Nissan |
| Model | Neos | Bluebird |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1976 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 247 HP | 120 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 260 Nm | 167 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 7000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1643 kg | 1175 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3830 mm | 4460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1030 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2660 mm |
