2004 Mazda RX-8 vs. 1970 Nissan Bluebird
To start off, 2004 Mazda RX-8 is newer by 34 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Nissan Bluebird. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Nissan Bluebird would be higher. At 2,616 cc, 2004 Mazda RX-8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Mazda RX-8 (189 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 117 more horse power than 1970 Nissan Bluebird. (72 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Mazda RX-8 should accelerate faster than 1970 Nissan Bluebird. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Mazda RX-8 weights approximately 462 kg more than 1970 Nissan Bluebird. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2004 Mazda RX-8 (220 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 104 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Nissan Bluebird. (116 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2004 Mazda RX-8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Nissan Bluebird.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Mazda RX-8 | 1970 Nissan Bluebird | |
Make | Mazda | Nissan |
Model | RX-8 | Bluebird |
Year Released | 2004 | 1970 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2616 cc | 1427 cc |
Engine Type | dual-disk rotary | in-line |
Horse Power | 189 HP | 72 HP |
Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 220 Nm | 116 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Vehicle Weight | 1392 kg | 930 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4130 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1570 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2430 mm |