1985 Chevrolet Caprice vs. 1971 Nissan Bluebird
To start off, 1985 Chevrolet Caprice is newer by 14 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 4,300 cc (6 cylinders), 1985 Chevrolet Caprice is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Chevrolet Caprice (140 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 68 more horse power than 1971 Nissan Bluebird. (72 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1985 Chevrolet Caprice should accelerate faster than 1971 Nissan Bluebird. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Chevrolet Caprice weights approximately 795 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, 1985 Chevrolet Caprice (305 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 189 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Nissan Bluebird. (116 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1985 Chevrolet Caprice will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Nissan Bluebird.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Chevrolet Caprice | 1971 Nissan Bluebird | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Nissan |
| Model | Caprice | Bluebird |
| Year Released | 1985 | 1971 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4300 cc | 1428 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 140 HP | 72 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 305 Nm | 116 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Vehicle Weight | 1725 kg | 930 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5400 mm | 4130 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 1570 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2430 mm |
