2005 Buick LaCrosse vs. 1971 Nissan Bluebird
To start off, 2005 Buick LaCrosse is newer by 34 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 3,786 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Buick LaCrosse is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Buick LaCrosse (200 HP) has 119 more horse power than 1971 Nissan Bluebird. (81 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Buick LaCrosse should accelerate faster than 1971 Nissan Bluebird. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Buick LaCrosse weights approximately 558 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, 2005 Buick LaCrosse (312 Nm) has 165 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Nissan Bluebird. (147 Nm). This means 2005 Buick LaCrosse will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Nissan Bluebird.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Buick LaCrosse | 1971 Nissan Bluebird | |
| Make | Buick | Nissan |
| Model | LaCrosse | Bluebird |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1971 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3786 cc | 1770 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 200 HP | 81 HP |
| Torque | 312 Nm | 147 Nm |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1588 kg | 1030 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5040 mm | 4220 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2510 mm |
