1981 GMC Jimmy vs. 1970 Nissan Bluebird
To start off, 1981 GMC Jimmy is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Nissan Bluebird. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Nissan Bluebird would be higher. At 6,210 cc (8 cylinders), 1981 GMC Jimmy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1981 GMC Jimmy (130 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 58 more horse power than 1970 Nissan Bluebird. (72 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1981 GMC Jimmy should accelerate faster than 1970 Nissan Bluebird. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 GMC Jimmy weights approximately 1015 kg more than 1970 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, 1981 GMC Jimmy (326 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 210 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Nissan Bluebird. (116 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1981 GMC Jimmy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Nissan Bluebird.
Compare all specifications:
| 1981 GMC Jimmy | 1970 Nissan Bluebird | |
| Make | GMC | Nissan |
| Model | Jimmy | Bluebird |
| Year Released | 1981 | 1970 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6210 cc | 1427 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 130 HP | 72 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 326 Nm | 116 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1945 kg | 930 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4690 mm | 4130 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1570 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1840 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2430 mm |
