1971 Chrysler Valiant vs. 1971 Nissan Bluebird
To start off, both 1971 Chrysler Valiant and 1971 Nissan Bluebird were released in the same year (1971). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,521 cc (6 cylinders), 1971 Chrysler Valiant is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1971 Chrysler Valiant (138 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 66 more horse power than 1971 Nissan Bluebird. (72 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1971 Chrysler Valiant should accelerate faster than 1971 Nissan Bluebird. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 Chrysler Valiant weights approximately 490 kg more than 1971 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, 1971 Chrysler Valiant (272 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 156 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Nissan Bluebird. (116 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1971 Chrysler Valiant will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Nissan Bluebird.
Compare all specifications:
1971 Chrysler Valiant | 1971 Nissan Bluebird | |
Make | Chrysler | Nissan |
Model | Valiant | Bluebird |
Year Released | 1971 | 1971 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3521 cc | 1428 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 138 HP | 72 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 272 Nm | 116 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Vehicle Weight | 1420 kg | 930 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4900 mm | 4130 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1570 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2430 mm |