2001 Mercedes-Benz ML vs. 1971 Nissan Bluebird
To start off, 2001 Mercedes-Benz ML is newer by 30 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 2,597 cc (5 cylinders), 2001 Mercedes-Benz ML is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Mercedes-Benz ML (161 HP) has 80 more horse power than 1971 Nissan Bluebird. (81 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Mercedes-Benz ML should accelerate faster than 1971 Nissan Bluebird. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Mercedes-Benz ML weights approximately 491 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, 2001 Mercedes-Benz ML (400 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 253 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Nissan Bluebird. (147 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2001 Mercedes-Benz ML will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Nissan Bluebird.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Mercedes-Benz ML | 1971 Nissan Bluebird | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Nissan |
| Model | ML | Bluebird |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1971 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2597 cc | 1770 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 161 HP | 81 HP |
| Torque | 400 Nm | 147 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Vehicle Weight | 1506 kg | 1015 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 4220 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1830 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2510 mm |
