1972 Nissan Bluebird vs. 2007 Pontiac Grand Prix
To start off, 2007 Pontiac Grand Prix is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Nissan Bluebird. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Nissan Bluebird would be higher. At 5,670 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Pontiac Grand Prix is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Pontiac Grand Prix (303 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 231 more horse power than 1972 Nissan Bluebird. (72 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Pontiac Grand Prix should accelerate faster than 1972 Nissan Bluebird. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Pontiac Grand Prix weights approximately 422 kg more than 1972 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, 2007 Pontiac Grand Prix (438 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 322 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Nissan Bluebird. (116 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2007 Pontiac Grand Prix will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Nissan Bluebird.
Compare all specifications:
1972 Nissan Bluebird | 2007 Pontiac Grand Prix | |
Make | Nissan | Pontiac |
Model | Bluebird | Grand Prix |
Year Released | 1972 | 2007 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1428 cc | 5670 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 72 HP | 303 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 116 Nm | 438 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Vehicle Weight | 930 kg | 1352 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4130 mm | 5040 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2810 mm |