2006 Nissan Quest vs. 1973 Nissan Bluebird
To start off, 2006 Nissan Quest is newer by 33 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 3,491 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Nissan Quest is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Nissan Quest (241 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 165 more horse power than 1973 Nissan Bluebird. (76 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Nissan Quest should accelerate faster than 1973 Nissan Bluebird. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Nissan Quest weights approximately 585 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.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2006 Nissan Quest (328 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 193 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Nissan Bluebird. (135 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2006 Nissan Quest will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Nissan Bluebird.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Nissan Quest | 1973 Nissan Bluebird | |
Make | Nissan | Nissan |
Model | Quest | Bluebird |
Year Released | 2006 | 1973 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3491 cc | 1594 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 241 HP | 76 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 328 Nm | 135 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 1540 kg | 955 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5190 mm | 4220 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1610 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1830 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3160 mm | 2510 mm |