2009 Mazda 5 vs. 1971 Nissan Bluebird
To start off, 2009 Mazda 5 is newer by 38 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Nissan Bluebird. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Nissan Bluebird would be higher. At 2,260 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Mazda 5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Mazda 5 (154 HP) has 73 more horse power than 1971 Nissan Bluebird. (81 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Mazda 5 should accelerate faster than 1971 Nissan Bluebird.
Let's talk about torque, 2009 Mazda 5 (201 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 54 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Nissan Bluebird. (147 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2009 Mazda 5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Nissan Bluebird.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Mazda 5 | 1971 Nissan Bluebird | |
| Make | Mazda | Nissan |
| Model | 5 | Bluebird |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1971 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2260 cc | 1770 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 154 HP | 81 HP |
| Torque | 201 Nm | 147 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4620 mm | 4220 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1640 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2510 mm |
