2002 Lotec C 1000 vs. 1973 Nissan Bluebird
To start off, 2002 Lotec C 1000 is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Nissan Bluebird. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Nissan Bluebird would be higher. At 5,500 cc (8 cylinders), 2002 Lotec C 1000 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Lotec C 1000 (843 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 767 more horse power than 1973 Nissan Bluebird. (76 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Lotec C 1000 should accelerate faster than 1973 Nissan Bluebird. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Lotec C 1000 weights approximately 131 kg more than 1973 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 Lotec C 1000 (990 Nm @ 3900 RPM) has 855 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Nissan Bluebird. (135 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2002 Lotec C 1000 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Nissan Bluebird.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Lotec C 1000 | 1973 Nissan Bluebird | |
| Make | Lotec | Nissan |
| Model | C 1000 | Bluebird |
| Year Released | 2002 | 1973 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 5500 cc | 1595 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 843 HP | 76 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 990 Nm | 135 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3900 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1086 kg | 955 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4300 mm | 4220 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1150 mm | 1390 mm |
