1996 Chevrolet Lumina vs. 1963 Nissan Bluebird
To start off, 1996 Chevrolet Lumina is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 Nissan Bluebird. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 Nissan Bluebird would be higher. At 3,135 cc (6 cylinders), 1996 Chevrolet Lumina is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Chevrolet Lumina (155 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 108 more horse power than 1963 Nissan Bluebird. (47 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Chevrolet Lumina should accelerate faster than 1963 Nissan Bluebird. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Chevrolet Lumina weights approximately 550 kg more than 1963 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, 1996 Chevrolet Lumina (251 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 163 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Nissan Bluebird. (88 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1996 Chevrolet Lumina will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Nissan Bluebird.
Compare all specifications:
1996 Chevrolet Lumina | 1963 Nissan Bluebird | |
Make | Chevrolet | Nissan |
Model | Lumina | Bluebird |
Year Released | 1996 | 1963 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3135 cc | 1189 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 155 HP | 47 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 251 Nm | 88 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Vehicle Weight | 1510 kg | 960 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5110 mm | 4000 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1500 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 2390 mm |