2000 Mazda Familia vs. 1976 Nissan Bluebird
To start off, 2000 Mazda Familia 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, 1976 Nissan Bluebird (120 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 2000 Mazda Familia. (109 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1976 Nissan Bluebird should accelerate faster than 2000 Mazda Familia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Mazda Familia weights approximately 75 kg more than 1976 Nissan Bluebird.
Because 2000 Mazda Familia is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1976 Nissan Bluebird. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 Mazda Familia will offer significantly more control. 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, 1976 Nissan Bluebird (167 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 30 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Mazda Familia. (137 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1976 Nissan Bluebird will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Mazda Familia. 1976 Nissan Bluebird has automatic transmission and 2000 Mazda Familia has manual transmission. 2000 Mazda Familia will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1976 Nissan Bluebird will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Mazda Familia | 1976 Nissan Bluebird | |
| Make | Mazda | Nissan |
| Model | Familia | Bluebird |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1976 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1496 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 109 HP | 120 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 137 Nm | 167 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1250 kg | 1175 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4260 mm | 4460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2660 mm |
