1975 Nissan Bluebird vs. 2002 Chevrolet Corvette
To start off, 2002 Chevrolet Corvette is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Nissan Bluebird. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Nissan Bluebird would be higher. At 5,664 cc (8 cylinders), 2002 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Chevrolet Corvette (339 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 263 more horse power than 1975 Nissan Bluebird. (76 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 1975 Nissan Bluebird. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Chevrolet Corvette weights approximately 565 kg more than 1975 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, 2002 Chevrolet Corvette (483 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 348 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Nissan Bluebird. (135 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2002 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Nissan Bluebird. 2002 Chevrolet Corvette has automatic transmission and 1975 Nissan Bluebird has manual transmission. 1975 Nissan Bluebird will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2002 Chevrolet Corvette will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 Nissan Bluebird | 2002 Chevrolet Corvette | |
| Make | Nissan | Chevrolet |
| Model | Bluebird | Corvette |
| Year Released | 1975 | 2002 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1595 cc | 5664 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 76 HP | 339 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 135 Nm | 483 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 955 kg | 1520 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4220 mm | 4570 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1220 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2950 mm |
