1970 Nissan Bluebird vs. 2007 Nissan Murano
To start off, 2007 Nissan Murano is newer by 37 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 3,498 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Nissan Murano is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Nissan Murano (335 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 273 more horse power than 1970 Nissan Bluebird. (62 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Nissan Murano should accelerate faster than 1970 Nissan Bluebird. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Nissan Murano weights approximately 980 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, 2007 Nissan Murano (360 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 257 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Nissan Bluebird. (103 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2007 Nissan Murano will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Nissan Bluebird.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Nissan Bluebird | 2007 Nissan Murano | |
| Make | Nissan | Nissan |
| Model | Bluebird | Murano |
| Year Released | 1970 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1296 cc | 3498 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 62 HP | 335 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 103 Nm | 360 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Vehicle Weight | 905 kg | 1885 kg |
| Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1830 mm |
