2001 Mazda 6 vs. 1976 Nissan Bluebird
To start off, 2001 Mazda 6 is newer by 25 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 1,999 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Mazda 6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1976 Nissan Bluebird (120 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 2001 Mazda 6. (119 HP @ 3500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1976 Nissan Bluebird should accelerate faster than 2001 Mazda 6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Mazda 6 weights approximately 335 kg more than 1976 Nissan Bluebird.
Because 1976 Nissan Bluebird is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1976 Nissan Bluebird. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 Mazda 6, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2001 Mazda 6 (311 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 144 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Nissan Bluebird. (167 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2001 Mazda 6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Nissan Bluebird.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Mazda 6 | 1976 Nissan Bluebird | |
| Make | Mazda | Nissan |
| Model | 6 | Bluebird |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1976 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1999 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 119 HP | 120 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 311 Nm | 167 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1510 kg | 1175 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4690 mm | 4460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2660 mm |
