2008 Mazda B2300 vs. 1973 Nissan Bluebird
To start off, 2008 Mazda B2300 is newer by 35 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 2,266 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Mazda B2300 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Mazda B2300 (144 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 68 more horse power than 1973 Nissan Bluebird. (76 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Mazda B2300 should accelerate faster than 1973 Nissan Bluebird.
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, 2008 Mazda B2300 (209 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 74 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Nissan Bluebird. (135 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2008 Mazda B2300 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Nissan Bluebird.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Mazda B2300 | 1973 Nissan Bluebird | |
Make | Mazda | Nissan |
Model | B2300 | Bluebird |
Year Released | 2008 | 1973 |
Body Type | Pickup | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2266 cc | 1595 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 144 HP | 76 HP |
Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 209 Nm | 135 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4220 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1610 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1390 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2510 mm |