2006 Mazda Tribute vs. 1970 Nissan Bluebird
To start off, 2006 Mazda Tribute 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 2,262 cc, 2006 Mazda Tribute is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Mazda Tribute (153 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 81 more horse power than 1970 Nissan Bluebird. (72 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Mazda Tribute should accelerate faster than 1970 Nissan Bluebird. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Nissan Bluebird weights approximately 120 kg more than 2006 Mazda Tribute.
Let's talk about torque, 2006 Mazda Tribute (206 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 90 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Nissan Bluebird. (116 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2006 Mazda Tribute will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Nissan Bluebird.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Mazda Tribute | 1970 Nissan Bluebird | |
| Make | Mazda | Nissan |
| Model | Tribute | Bluebird |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1970 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2262 cc | 1427 cc |
| Horse Power | 153 HP | 72 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 206 Nm | 116 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Vehicle Weight | 810 kg | 930 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4130 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1570 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2430 mm |
