1964 Nissan Bluebird vs. 2012 Suzuki Grand Vitara
To start off, 2012 Suzuki Grand Vitara is newer by 48 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1964 Nissan Bluebird. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1964 Nissan Bluebird would be higher. At 1,586 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Suzuki Grand Vitara is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Suzuki Grand Vitara (105 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 58 more horse power than 1964 Nissan Bluebird. (47 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Suzuki Grand Vitara should accelerate faster than 1964 Nissan Bluebird. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Suzuki Grand Vitara weights approximately 441 kg more than 1964 Nissan Bluebird. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2012 Suzuki Grand Vitara (145 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 57 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 Nissan Bluebird. (88 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2012 Suzuki Grand Vitara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1964 Nissan Bluebird.
Compare all specifications:
| 1964 Nissan Bluebird | 2012 Suzuki Grand Vitara | |
| Make | Nissan | Suzuki |
| Model | Bluebird | Grand Vitara |
| Year Released | 1964 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1189 cc | 1586 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 47 HP | 105 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5900 RPM |
| Torque | 88 Nm | 145 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 966 kg | 1407 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4000 mm | 3865 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1500 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1695 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2390 mm | 2440 mm |
