2006 Chevrolet Silverado vs. 1970 Nissan Bluebird
To start off, 2006 Chevrolet Silverado is newer by 36 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Nissan Bluebird. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Nissan Bluebird would be higher. At 4,294 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Chevrolet Silverado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Chevrolet Silverado (195 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 133 more horse power than 1970 Nissan Bluebird. (62 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Chevrolet Silverado should accelerate faster than 1970 Nissan Bluebird. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Chevrolet Silverado weights approximately 845 kg more than 1970 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, 2006 Chevrolet Silverado (353 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 250 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Nissan Bluebird. (103 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2006 Chevrolet Silverado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Nissan Bluebird.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Chevrolet Silverado | 1970 Nissan Bluebird | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Nissan |
| Model | Silverado | Bluebird |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1970 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4294 cc | 1296 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 195 HP | 62 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 353 Nm | 103 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1750 kg | 905 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5710 mm | 4130 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1570 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1880 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3380 mm | 2430 mm |
