1970 Nissan Bluebird vs. 2009 Renault Grand Scenic
To start off, 2009 Renault Grand Scenic is newer by 39 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 1,870 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Renault Grand Scenic is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Renault Grand Scenic (118 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 56 more horse power than 1970 Nissan Bluebird. (62 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Renault Grand Scenic should accelerate faster than 1970 Nissan Bluebird. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Renault Grand Scenic weights approximately 751 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, 2009 Renault Grand Scenic (300 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 197 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Nissan Bluebird. (103 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2009 Renault Grand Scenic will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Nissan Bluebird.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Nissan Bluebird | 2009 Renault Grand Scenic | |
| Make | Nissan | Renault |
| Model | Bluebird | Grand Scenic |
| Year Released | 1970 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1296 cc | 1870 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 62 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 103 Nm | 300 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Vehicle Weight | 905 kg | 1656 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4130 mm | 4500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1820 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2740 mm |
