1996 Chevrolet Camaro vs. 1976 Nissan Bluebird
To start off, 1996 Chevrolet Camaro is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Nissan Bluebird. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Nissan Bluebird would be higher. At 5,731 cc (8 cylinders), 1996 Chevrolet Camaro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Chevrolet Camaro (255 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 135 more horse power than 1976 Nissan Bluebird. (120 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Chevrolet Camaro should accelerate faster than 1976 Nissan Bluebird. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Chevrolet Camaro weights approximately 382 kg more than 1976 Nissan Bluebird. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1996 Chevrolet Camaro (380 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 213 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Nissan Bluebird. (167 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1996 Chevrolet Camaro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Nissan Bluebird.
Compare all specifications:
1996 Chevrolet Camaro | 1976 Nissan Bluebird | |
Make | Chevrolet | Nissan |
Model | Camaro | Bluebird |
Year Released | 1996 | 1976 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5731 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 255 HP | 120 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 380 Nm | 167 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1557 kg | 1175 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 4460 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1650 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1390 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2660 mm |