1999 Chevrolet Tahoe vs. 1961 Nissan Bluebird
To start off, 1999 Chevrolet Tahoe is newer by 38 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Nissan Bluebird. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Nissan Bluebird would be higher. At 5,698 cc (8 cylinders), 1999 Chevrolet Tahoe is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Chevrolet Tahoe (247 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 204 more horse power than 1961 Nissan Bluebird. (43 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Chevrolet Tahoe should accelerate faster than 1961 Nissan Bluebird. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Chevrolet Tahoe weights approximately 1400 kg more than 1961 Nissan Bluebird. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1961 Nissan Bluebird is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1999 Chevrolet Tahoe. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1961 Nissan Bluebird will offer significantly more control. 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, 1999 Chevrolet Tahoe (454 Nm) has 370 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Nissan Bluebird. (84 Nm). This means 1999 Chevrolet Tahoe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Nissan Bluebird.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Chevrolet Tahoe | 1961 Nissan Bluebird | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Nissan |
| Model | Tahoe | Bluebird |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1961 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5698 cc | 988 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 247 HP | 43 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 454 Nm | 84 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Vehicle Weight | 2325 kg | 925 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5580 mm | 3870 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1500 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1870 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3310 mm | 2290 mm |
