1970 Nissan Bluebird vs. 1994 Chevrolet Suburban
To start off, 1994 Chevrolet Suburban is newer by 24 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 6,466 cc (8 cylinders), 1994 Chevrolet Suburban is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Chevrolet Suburban (177 HP @ 3400 RPM) has 115 more horse power than 1970 Nissan Bluebird. (62 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1994 Chevrolet Suburban should accelerate faster than 1970 Nissan Bluebird. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Chevrolet Suburban weights approximately 1215 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, 1994 Chevrolet Suburban (366 Nm @ 1700 RPM) has 263 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Nissan Bluebird. (103 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1994 Chevrolet Suburban will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Nissan Bluebird.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Nissan Bluebird | 1994 Chevrolet Suburban | |
| Make | Nissan | Chevrolet |
| Model | Bluebird | Suburban |
| Year Released | 1970 | 1994 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1296 cc | 6466 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 62 HP | 177 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Torque | 103 Nm | 366 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 1700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Vehicle Weight | 905 kg | 2120 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4130 mm | 5580 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1960 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1910 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 3350 mm |
