2006 Chevrolet Express vs. 1976 Nissan Bluebird
To start off, 2006 Chevrolet Express is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Nissan Bluebird. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Nissan Bluebird would be higher. At 4,800 cc, 2006 Chevrolet Express is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Chevrolet Express (285 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 165 more horse power than 1976 Nissan Bluebird. (120 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Chevrolet Express should accelerate faster than 1976 Nissan Bluebird. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Nissan Bluebird weights approximately 97 kg more than 2006 Chevrolet Express.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2006 Chevrolet Express (400 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 233 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Nissan Bluebird. (167 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2006 Chevrolet Express will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Nissan Bluebird.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Chevrolet Express | 1976 Nissan Bluebird | |
Make | Chevrolet | Nissan |
Model | Express | Bluebird |
Year Released | 2006 | 1976 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4800 cc | 1998 cc |
Horse Power | 285 HP | 120 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 400 Nm | 167 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 1078 kg | 1175 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5700 mm | 4460 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1650 mm |
Vehicle Height | 2080 mm | 1390 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3440 mm | 2660 mm |