1970 Nissan Bluebird vs. 2013 Chevrolet Cruze
To start off, 2013 Chevrolet Cruze 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 1,427 cc (4 cylinders), 1970 Nissan Bluebird is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Chevrolet Cruze (134 HP @ 4900 RPM) has 62 more horse power than 1970 Nissan Bluebird. (72 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Chevrolet Cruze should accelerate faster than 1970 Nissan Bluebird. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Chevrolet Cruze weights approximately 477 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 Cruze (201 Nm @ 4900 RPM) has 85 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Nissan Bluebird. (116 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2013 Chevrolet Cruze 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 Cruze | |
| Make | Nissan | Chevrolet |
| Model | Bluebird | Cruze |
| Year Released | 1970 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1427 cc | 1400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 72 HP | 134 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4900 RPM |
| Torque | 116 Nm | 201 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4900 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 930 kg | 1407 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4130 mm | 4597 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1796 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1476 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2685 mm |
