1970 Nissan Bluebird vs. 2013 Chevrolet Corvette
To start off, 2013 Chevrolet Corvette is newer by 43 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 6,200 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Chevrolet Corvette (424 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 352 more horse power than 1970 Nissan Bluebird. (72 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 1970 Nissan Bluebird. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Chevrolet Corvette weights approximately 591 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, 2013 Chevrolet Corvette (819 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 703 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Nissan Bluebird. (116 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2013 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Nissan Bluebird.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Nissan Bluebird | 2013 Chevrolet Corvette | |
| Make | Nissan | Chevrolet |
| Model | Bluebird | Corvette |
| Year Released | 1970 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1427 cc | 6200 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 72 HP | 424 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 116 Nm | 819 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 930 kg | 1521 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4130 mm | 4476 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1928 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1236 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2685 mm |
