1972 Chevrolet Biscayne vs. 1971 Nissan Bluebird
To start off, 1972 Chevrolet Biscayne is newer by 1 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 4,097 cc (6 cylinders), 1972 Chevrolet Biscayne is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Chevrolet Biscayne (110 HP) has 29 more horse power than 1971 Nissan Bluebird. (81 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1972 Chevrolet Biscayne should accelerate faster than 1971 Nissan Bluebird. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Chevrolet Biscayne weights approximately 792 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, 1972 Chevrolet Biscayne (251 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 104 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Nissan Bluebird. (147 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1972 Chevrolet Biscayne will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Nissan Bluebird.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Chevrolet Biscayne | 1971 Nissan Bluebird | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Nissan |
| Model | Biscayne | Bluebird |
| Year Released | 1972 | 1971 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4097 cc | 1770 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 110 HP | 81 HP |
| Torque | 251 Nm | 147 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Vehicle Weight | 1807 kg | 1015 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5590 mm | 4220 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3090 mm | 2510 mm |
