1997 Chevrolet Express vs. 1971 Nissan Bluebird
To start off, 1997 Chevrolet Express is newer by 26 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 7,439 cc (8 cylinders), 1997 Chevrolet Express is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Chevrolet Express (286 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 214 more horse power than 1971 Nissan Bluebird. (72 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Chevrolet Express should accelerate faster than 1971 Nissan Bluebird. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Chevrolet Express weights approximately 1494 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, 1997 Chevrolet Express (555 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 439 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Nissan Bluebird. (116 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1997 Chevrolet Express will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Nissan Bluebird.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Chevrolet Express | 1971 Nissan Bluebird | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Nissan |
| Model | Express | Bluebird |
| Year Released | 1997 | 1971 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 7439 cc | 1428 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 286 HP | 72 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 555 Nm | 116 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 2424 kg | 930 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5560 mm | 4130 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1570 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2030 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3440 mm | 2430 mm |
