1996 Chevrolet Lumina vs. 1971 Nissan Bluebird
To start off, 1996 Chevrolet Lumina is newer by 25 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 3,789 cc (6 cylinders), 1996 Chevrolet Lumina is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Chevrolet Lumina (200 HP) has 128 more horse power than 1971 Nissan Bluebird. (72 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Chevrolet Lumina should accelerate faster than 1971 Nissan Bluebird. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Chevrolet Lumina weights approximately 600 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, 1996 Chevrolet Lumina (311 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 195 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Nissan Bluebird. (116 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1996 Chevrolet Lumina will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Nissan Bluebird.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Chevrolet Lumina | 1971 Nissan Bluebird | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Nissan |
| Model | Lumina | Bluebird |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1971 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3789 cc | 1428 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 200 HP | 72 HP |
| Torque | 311 Nm | 116 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1530 kg | 930 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5110 mm | 4130 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1570 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 2430 mm |
