1970 Nissan Bluebird vs. 2012 Jeep Liberty
To start off, 2012 Jeep Liberty 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 3,700 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Jeep Liberty is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Jeep Liberty (210 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 138 more horse power than 1970 Nissan Bluebird. (72 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Jeep Liberty should accelerate faster than 1970 Nissan Bluebird. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Jeep Liberty weights approximately 919 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 Jeep Liberty (318 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 202 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Nissan Bluebird. (116 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2012 Jeep Liberty will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Nissan Bluebird.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Nissan Bluebird | 2012 Jeep Liberty | |
| Make | Nissan | Jeep |
| Model | Bluebird | Liberty |
| Year Released | 1970 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1427 cc | 3700 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 72 HP | 210 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 116 Nm | 318 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 930 kg | 1849 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4130 mm | 4493 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1836 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2695 mm |
