1978 Chevrolet Caprice vs. 1971 Nissan Bluebird
To start off, 1978 Chevrolet Caprice is newer by 7 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 4,093 cc (6 cylinders), 1978 Chevrolet Caprice is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1978 Chevrolet Caprice (108 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 36 more horse power than 1971 Nissan Bluebird. (72 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1978 Chevrolet Caprice should accelerate faster than 1971 Nissan Bluebird. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Chevrolet Caprice weights approximately 740 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, 1978 Chevrolet Caprice (280 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 164 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Nissan Bluebird. (116 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1978 Chevrolet Caprice will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Nissan Bluebird.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Chevrolet Caprice | 1971 Nissan Bluebird | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Nissan |
| Model | Caprice | Bluebird |
| Year Released | 1978 | 1971 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4093 cc | 1428 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 72 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 280 Nm | 116 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1670 kg | 930 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5390 mm | 4130 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 1570 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2430 mm |
