2006 Mazda RX-8 vs. 1970 Nissan Bluebird
To start off, 2006 Mazda RX-8 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 1,308 cc, 2006 Mazda RX-8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Mazda RX-8 (108 HP @ 8200 RPM) has 46 more horse power than 1970 Nissan Bluebird. (62 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Mazda RX-8 should accelerate faster than 1970 Nissan Bluebird.
Let's talk about torque, 2006 Mazda RX-8 (140 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 37 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Nissan Bluebird. (103 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2006 Mazda RX-8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Nissan Bluebird.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Mazda RX-8 | 1970 Nissan Bluebird | |
| Make | Mazda | Nissan |
| Model | RX-8 | Bluebird |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1970 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1308 cc | 1296 cc |
| Engine Type | dual-disk rotary | in-line |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 62 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 140 Nm | 103 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4130 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1570 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2430 mm |
