2007 Mazda 2 vs. 1972 Nissan Bluebird
To start off, 2007 Mazda 2 is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Nissan Bluebird. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Nissan Bluebird would be higher. At 1,428 cc (4 cylinders), 1972 Nissan Bluebird is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Nissan Bluebird (72 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 2007 Mazda 2. (67 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1972 Nissan Bluebird should accelerate faster than 2007 Mazda 2. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Mazda 2 weights approximately 234 kg more than 1972 Nissan Bluebird.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 Mazda 2 (160 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 44 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Nissan Bluebird. (116 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2007 Mazda 2 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Nissan Bluebird.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Mazda 2 | 1972 Nissan Bluebird | |
| Make | Mazda | Nissan |
| Model | 2 | Bluebird |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1399 cc | 1428 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 67 HP | 72 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 160 Nm | 116 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1164 kg | 930 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3930 mm | 4130 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1570 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1550 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2430 mm |
