2004 Hyundai Terracan vs. 1961 Nissan Bluebird
To start off, 2004 Hyundai Terracan is newer by 43 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Nissan Bluebird. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Nissan Bluebird would be higher. At 2,902 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Hyundai Terracan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Hyundai Terracan (165 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 122 more horse power than 1961 Nissan Bluebird. (43 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Hyundai Terracan should accelerate faster than 1961 Nissan Bluebird. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Hyundai Terracan weights approximately 1237 kg more than 1961 Nissan Bluebird. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear 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, 2004 Hyundai Terracan (345 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 261 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Nissan Bluebird. (84 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2004 Hyundai Terracan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Nissan Bluebird.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Hyundai Terracan | 1961 Nissan Bluebird | |
| Make | Hyundai | Nissan |
| Model | Terracan | Bluebird |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1961 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2902 cc | 988 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 165 HP | 43 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 345 Nm | 84 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Vehicle Weight | 2162 kg | 925 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4720 mm | 3870 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1500 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1800 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2290 mm |
