1974 Chevrolet Impala vs. 1980 Nissan Bluebird
To start off, 1980 Nissan Bluebird is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Chevrolet Impala. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Chevrolet Impala would be higher. At 4,093 cc (6 cylinders), 1974 Chevrolet Impala is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1974 Chevrolet Impala (110 HP) has 51 more horse power than 1980 Nissan Bluebird. (59 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1974 Chevrolet Impala should accelerate faster than 1980 Nissan Bluebird. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Chevrolet Impala weights approximately 525 kg more than 1980 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, 1974 Chevrolet Impala (256 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 140 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Nissan Bluebird. (116 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1974 Chevrolet Impala will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Nissan Bluebird.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Chevrolet Impala | 1980 Nissan Bluebird | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Nissan |
| Model | Impala | Bluebird |
| Year Released | 1974 | 1980 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4093 cc | 1951 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 110 HP | 59 HP |
| Torque | 256 Nm | 116 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Vehicle Weight | 1715 kg | 1190 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5600 mm | 4360 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3100 mm | 2530 mm |
