2009 Land Rover Defender vs. 1968 Nissan Bluebird
To start off, 2009 Land Rover Defender is newer by 41 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Nissan Bluebird. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Nissan Bluebird would be higher. At 2,402 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Land Rover Defender is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Land Rover Defender (120 HP @ 3500 RPM) has 58 more horse power than 1968 Nissan Bluebird. (62 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Land Rover Defender should accelerate faster than 1968 Nissan Bluebird. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Land Rover Defender weights approximately 1803 kg more than 1968 Nissan Bluebird. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 Land Rover Defender is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1968 Nissan Bluebird. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Land Rover Defender will offer significantly more control. 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, 2009 Land Rover Defender (360 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 257 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Nissan Bluebird. (103 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2009 Land Rover Defender will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Nissan Bluebird.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Land Rover Defender | 1968 Nissan Bluebird | |
Make | Land Rover | Nissan |
Model | Defender | Bluebird |
Year Released | 2009 | 1968 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2402 cc | 1295 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 120 HP | 62 HP |
Engine RPM | 3500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 360 Nm | 103 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 2708 kg | 905 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 4130 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1570 mm |
Vehicle Height | 2030 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2430 mm |