1970 Nissan Bluebird vs. 1986 Pontiac Grand Am
To start off, 1986 Pontiac Grand Am is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Nissan Bluebird. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Nissan Bluebird would be higher. At 2,471 cc (4 cylinders), 1986 Pontiac Grand Am is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Pontiac Grand Am (90 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 18 more horse power than 1970 Nissan Bluebird. (72 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1986 Pontiac Grand Am should accelerate faster than 1970 Nissan Bluebird. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Pontiac Grand Am weights approximately 200 kg more than 1970 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, 1986 Pontiac Grand Am (179 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 63 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Nissan Bluebird. (116 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1986 Pontiac Grand Am will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Nissan Bluebird.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Nissan Bluebird | 1986 Pontiac Grand Am | |
| Make | Nissan | Pontiac |
| Model | Bluebird | Grand Am |
| Year Released | 1970 | 1986 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1427 cc | 2471 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 72 HP | 90 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 116 Nm | 179 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 930 kg | 1130 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4130 mm | 4520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2630 mm |
