2006 Chevrolet SSR vs. 1971 Nissan Bluebird
To start off, 2006 Chevrolet SSR is newer by 35 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 5,965 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Chevrolet SSR is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Chevrolet SSR (401 HP) has 320 more horse power than 1971 Nissan Bluebird. (81 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Chevrolet SSR should accelerate faster than 1971 Nissan Bluebird. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Chevrolet SSR weights approximately 48 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, 2006 Chevrolet SSR (542 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 395 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Nissan Bluebird. (147 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2006 Chevrolet SSR will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Nissan Bluebird.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Chevrolet SSR | 1971 Nissan Bluebird | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Nissan |
| Model | SSR | Bluebird |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1971 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5965 cc | 1770 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 401 HP | 81 HP |
| Torque | 542 Nm | 147 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1078 kg | 1030 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 4220 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1630 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2510 mm |
