2003 Lexus IS vs. 1973 Nissan Bluebird
To start off, 2003 Lexus IS is newer by 30 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 2,997 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 Lexus IS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Lexus IS (201 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 125 more horse power than 1973 Nissan Bluebird. (76 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Lexus IS should accelerate faster than 1973 Nissan Bluebird. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Lexus IS weights approximately 585 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, 2003 Lexus IS (296 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 161 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Nissan Bluebird. (135 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2003 Lexus IS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Nissan Bluebird. 2003 Lexus IS has automatic transmission and 1973 Nissan Bluebird has manual transmission. 1973 Nissan Bluebird will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2003 Lexus IS will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Lexus IS | 1973 Nissan Bluebird | |
| Make | Lexus | Nissan |
| Model | IS | Bluebird |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1973 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2997 cc | 1595 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 201 HP | 76 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 296 Nm | 135 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1540 kg | 955 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4510 mm | 4220 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2510 mm |
