1968 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 1971 Nissan Bluebird
To start off, 1971 Nissan Bluebird is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Chevrolet Corvette. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Chevrolet Corvette would be higher. At 6,999 cc (8 cylinders), 1968 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 Chevrolet Corvette (400 HP) has 328 more horse power than 1971 Nissan Bluebird. (72 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1968 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 1971 Nissan Bluebird. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Chevrolet Corvette weights approximately 531 kg more than 1971 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, 1968 Chevrolet Corvette (624 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 508 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Nissan Bluebird. (116 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1968 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Nissan Bluebird.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Chevrolet Corvette | 1971 Nissan Bluebird | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Nissan |
| Model | Corvette | Bluebird |
| Year Released | 1968 | 1971 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6999 cc | 1428 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 400 HP | 72 HP |
| Torque | 624 Nm | 116 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Vehicle Weight | 1461 kg | 930 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 4130 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1570 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1220 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2430 mm |
