2005 Lotus Elise vs. 1967 Nissan Bluebird
To start off, 2005 Lotus Elise is newer by 38 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Nissan Bluebird. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Nissan Bluebird would be higher. At 1,796 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Lotus Elise is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Lotus Elise (189 HP @ 7800 RPM) has 127 more horse power than 1967 Nissan Bluebird. (62 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Lotus Elise should accelerate faster than 1967 Nissan Bluebird. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1967 Nissan Bluebird weights approximately 56 kg more than 2005 Lotus Elise.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Lotus Elise (186 Nm @ 6800 RPM) has 83 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Nissan Bluebird. (103 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2005 Lotus Elise will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Nissan Bluebird.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Lotus Elise | 1967 Nissan Bluebird | |
| Make | Lotus | Nissan |
| Model | Elise | Bluebird |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1967 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 1796 cc | 1296 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 189 HP | 62 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 186 Nm | 103 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 6800 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 850 kg | 906 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3790 mm | 4130 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1570 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1150 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2430 mm |
