1976 Mazda 1000 vs. 1983 Nissan Bluebird
To start off, 1983 Nissan Bluebird is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Mazda 1000. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Mazda 1000 would be higher. At 1,952 cc (4 cylinders), 1983 Nissan Bluebird is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1983 Nissan Bluebird (94 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 45 more horse power than 1976 Mazda 1000. (49 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1983 Nissan Bluebird should accelerate faster than 1976 Mazda 1000. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Nissan Bluebird weights approximately 420 kg more than 1976 Mazda 1000. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1983 Nissan Bluebird (152 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 75 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Mazda 1000. (77 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1983 Nissan Bluebird will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Mazda 1000. 1983 Nissan Bluebird has automatic transmission and 1976 Mazda 1000 has manual transmission. 1976 Mazda 1000 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1983 Nissan Bluebird will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Mazda 1000 | 1983 Nissan Bluebird | |
| Make | Mazda | Nissan |
| Model | 1000 | Bluebird |
| Year Released | 1976 | 1983 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 987 cc | 1952 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 49 HP | 94 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 77 Nm | 152 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 710 kg | 1130 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3800 mm | 4430 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2270 mm | 2530 mm |
