1973 Nissan Bluebird vs. 1999 Chevrolet Corvette
To start off, 1999 Chevrolet Corvette is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Nissan Bluebird. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Nissan Bluebird would be higher. At 5,666 cc (8 cylinders), 1999 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Chevrolet Corvette (350 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 274 more horse power than 1973 Nissan Bluebird. (76 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 1973 Nissan Bluebird. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Chevrolet Corvette weights approximately 545 kg more than 1973 Nissan Bluebird. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1999 Chevrolet Corvette (486 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 351 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Nissan Bluebird. (135 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1999 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Nissan Bluebird. 1999 Chevrolet Corvette has automatic transmission and 1973 Nissan Bluebird has manual transmission. 1973 Nissan Bluebird will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1999 Chevrolet Corvette will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1973 Nissan Bluebird | 1999 Chevrolet Corvette | |
Make | Nissan | Chevrolet |
Model | Bluebird | Corvette |
Year Released | 1973 | 1999 |
Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1595 cc | 5666 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 76 HP | 350 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 135 Nm | 486 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 955 kg | 1500 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4220 mm | 4570 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1880 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1220 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2850 mm |