1970 GAZ 24 vs. 1972 Nissan Bluebird
To start off, 1972 Nissan Bluebird is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 GAZ 24. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 GAZ 24 would be higher. At 2,445 cc (4 cylinders), 1970 GAZ 24 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1970 GAZ 24 (85 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 1972 Nissan Bluebird. (72 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1970 GAZ 24 should accelerate faster than 1972 Nissan Bluebird. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 GAZ 24 weights approximately 470 kg more than 1972 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, 1970 GAZ 24 (172 Nm @ 2300 RPM) has 56 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Nissan Bluebird. (116 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1970 GAZ 24 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Nissan Bluebird.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 GAZ 24 | 1972 Nissan Bluebird | |
| Make | GAZ | Nissan |
| Model | 24 | Bluebird |
| Year Released | 1970 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2445 cc | 1428 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 72 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 172 Nm | 116 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2300 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1400 kg | 930 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4740 mm | 4130 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1570 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2430 mm |
