2005 Mazda Tribute vs. 1973 Nissan Bluebird
To start off, 2005 Mazda Tribute is newer by 32 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 2,262 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Mazda Tribute is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Mazda Tribute (154 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 78 more horse power than 1973 Nissan Bluebird. (76 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Mazda Tribute should accelerate faster than 1973 Nissan Bluebird. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mazda Tribute weights approximately 524 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.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Mazda Tribute (207 Nm) has 72 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Nissan Bluebird. (135 Nm). This means 2005 Mazda Tribute will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Nissan Bluebird. 2005 Mazda Tribute 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. 2005 Mazda Tribute will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Mazda Tribute | 1973 Nissan Bluebird | |
| Make | Mazda | Nissan |
| Model | Tribute | Bluebird |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1973 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2262 cc | 1595 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 154 HP | 76 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 207 Nm | 135 Nm |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1479 kg | 955 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4220 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2510 mm |
