1999 Chevrolet Silverado vs. 1971 Nissan Bluebird
To start off, 1999 Chevrolet Silverado is newer by 28 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 5,967 cc (8 cylinders), 1999 Chevrolet Silverado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Chevrolet Silverado (296 HP) has 215 more horse power than 1971 Nissan Bluebird. (81 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Chevrolet Silverado should accelerate faster than 1971 Nissan Bluebird. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Chevrolet Silverado weights approximately 835 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, 1999 Chevrolet Silverado (488 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 341 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Nissan Bluebird. (147 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1999 Chevrolet Silverado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Nissan Bluebird.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Chevrolet Silverado | 1971 Nissan Bluebird | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Nissan |
| Model | Silverado | Bluebird |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1971 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5967 cc | 1770 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 296 HP | 81 HP |
| Torque | 488 Nm | 147 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1865 kg | 1030 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5170 mm | 4220 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1810 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2510 mm |
