1970 Nissan Bluebird vs. 2012 Buick Verano
To start off, 2012 Buick Verano is newer by 42 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 2,400 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Buick Verano is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Buick Verano (180 HP @ 6700 RPM) has 118 more horse power than 1970 Nissan Bluebird. (62 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Buick Verano should accelerate faster than 1970 Nissan Bluebird. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Buick Verano weights approximately 592 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, 2012 Buick Verano (232 Nm @ 4900 RPM) has 129 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Nissan Bluebird. (103 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2012 Buick Verano will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Nissan Bluebird.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Nissan Bluebird | 2012 Buick Verano | |
| Make | Nissan | Buick |
| Model | Bluebird | Verano |
| Year Released | 1970 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1296 cc | 2400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 62 HP | 180 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6700 RPM |
| Torque | 103 Nm | 232 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4900 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
| Vehicle Weight | 905 kg | 1497 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4130 mm | 4671 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1816 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1483 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2685 mm |
