2012 Tata Safari vs. 1976 Nissan Bluebird
To start off, 2012 Tata Safari is newer by 36 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Nissan Bluebird. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Nissan Bluebird would be higher. At 2,956 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Tata Safari is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1976 Nissan Bluebird (120 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 51 more horse power than 2012 Tata Safari. (69 HP @ 3000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1976 Nissan Bluebird should accelerate faster than 2012 Tata Safari. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Tata Safari weights approximately 745 kg more than 1976 Nissan Bluebird.
Because 2012 Tata Safari is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1976 Nissan Bluebird. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Tata Safari 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, 2012 Tata Safari (223 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 56 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Nissan Bluebird. (167 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2012 Tata Safari will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Nissan Bluebird. 1976 Nissan Bluebird has automatic transmission and 2012 Tata Safari has manual transmission. 2012 Tata Safari will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1976 Nissan Bluebird will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2012 Tata Safari | 1976 Nissan Bluebird | |
Make | Tata | Nissan |
Model | Safari | Bluebird |
Year Released | 2012 | 1976 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2956 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 69 HP | 120 HP |
Engine RPM | 3000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 223 Nm | 167 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 1920 kg | 1175 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4660 mm | 4460 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1918 mm | 1650 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1930 mm | 1390 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2660 mm |