2006 Lexus RX vs. 1970 Nissan Bluebird
To start off, 2006 Lexus RX is newer by 36 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 3,310 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Lexus RX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Lexus RX (223 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 151 more horse power than 1970 Nissan Bluebird. (72 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Lexus RX should accelerate faster than 1970 Nissan Bluebird. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Lexus RX weights approximately 610 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, 2006 Lexus RX (323 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 207 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Nissan Bluebird. (116 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2006 Lexus RX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Nissan Bluebird.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Lexus RX | 1970 Nissan Bluebird | |
| Make | Lexus | Nissan |
| Model | RX | Bluebird |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1970 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3310 cc | 1427 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 223 HP | 72 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 323 Nm | 116 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Vehicle Weight | 1540 kg | 930 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4740 mm | 4130 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1570 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1690 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2430 mm |
