2002 Infiniti FX vs. 1976 Nissan Bluebird
To start off, 2002 Infiniti FX is newer by 26 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 3,498 cc (6 cylinders), 2002 Infiniti FX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Infiniti FX (280 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 160 more horse power than 1976 Nissan Bluebird. (120 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Infiniti FX should accelerate faster than 1976 Nissan Bluebird. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Infiniti FX weights approximately 661 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, 2002 Infiniti FX (366 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 199 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Nissan Bluebird. (167 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2002 Infiniti FX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Nissan Bluebird. 2002 Infiniti FX has automatic transmission and 1976 Nissan Bluebird has manual transmission. 1976 Nissan Bluebird will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2002 Infiniti FX will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Infiniti FX | 1976 Nissan Bluebird | |
| Make | Infiniti | Nissan |
| Model | FX | Bluebird |
| Year Released | 2002 | 1976 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3498 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 280 HP | 120 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 366 Nm | 167 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1836 kg | 1175 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 4460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1660 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2660 mm |
