1989 Chevrolet Caprice vs. 1964 Nissan Bluebird
To start off, 1989 Chevrolet Caprice is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1964 Nissan Bluebird. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1964 Nissan Bluebird would be higher. At 5,733 cc (8 cylinders), 1989 Chevrolet Caprice is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Chevrolet Caprice (195 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 148 more horse power than 1964 Nissan Bluebird. (47 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 Chevrolet Caprice should accelerate faster than 1964 Nissan Bluebird. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Chevrolet Caprice weights approximately 814 kg more than 1964 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, 1989 Chevrolet Caprice (393 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 305 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 Nissan Bluebird. (88 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1989 Chevrolet Caprice will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1964 Nissan Bluebird.
Compare all specifications:
1989 Chevrolet Caprice | 1964 Nissan Bluebird | |
Make | Chevrolet | Nissan |
Model | Caprice | Bluebird |
Year Released | 1989 | 1964 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5733 cc | 1189 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 195 HP | 47 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 393 Nm | 88 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Vehicle Weight | 1780 kg | 966 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5400 mm | 4000 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 1500 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2390 mm |