1971 Nissan Bluebird vs. 2005 Nissan X-Trail
To start off, 2005 Nissan X-Trail is newer by 34 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Nissan Bluebird. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Nissan Bluebird would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Nissan X-Trail is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Nissan X-Trail (143 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 67 more horse power than 1971 Nissan Bluebird. (76 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Nissan X-Trail should accelerate faster than 1971 Nissan Bluebird. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Nissan X-Trail weights approximately 330 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, 2005 Nissan X-Trail (192 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 57 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Nissan Bluebird. (135 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2005 Nissan X-Trail will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Nissan Bluebird.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Nissan Bluebird | 2005 Nissan X-Trail | |
| Make | Nissan | Nissan |
| Model | Bluebird | X-Trail |
| Year Released | 1971 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1593 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 76 HP | 143 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 135 Nm | 192 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 955 kg | 1285 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2540 mm |
