1993 Chevrolet S-10 vs. 1971 Nissan Bluebird
To start off, 1993 Chevrolet S-10 is newer by 22 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), 1993 Chevrolet S-10 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Chevrolet S-10 (187 HP) has 106 more horse power than 1971 Nissan Bluebird. (81 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1993 Chevrolet S-10 should accelerate faster than 1971 Nissan Bluebird. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Chevrolet S-10 weights approximately 540 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, 1993 Chevrolet S-10 (319 Nm) has 172 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Nissan Bluebird. (147 Nm). This means 1993 Chevrolet S-10 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Nissan Bluebird.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Chevrolet S-10 | 1971 Nissan Bluebird | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Nissan |
| Model | S-10 | Bluebird |
| Year Released | 1993 | 1971 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4300 cc | 1770 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 187 HP | 81 HP |
| Torque | 319 Nm | 147 Nm |
| Vehicle Weight | 1570 kg | 1030 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4900 mm | 4220 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3130 mm | 2510 mm |
