2007 Buick Lucerne vs. 1971 Nissan Bluebird
To start off, 2007 Buick Lucerne is newer by 36 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 4,565 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Buick Lucerne is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Buick Lucerne (276 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 204 more horse power than 1971 Nissan Bluebird. (72 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Buick Lucerne should accelerate faster than 1971 Nissan Bluebird. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Buick Lucerne weights approximately 1016 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, 2007 Buick Lucerne (400 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 284 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Nissan Bluebird. (116 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2007 Buick Lucerne will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Nissan Bluebird.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Buick Lucerne | 1971 Nissan Bluebird | |
| Make | Buick | Nissan |
| Model | Lucerne | Bluebird |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1971 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4565 cc | 1428 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 276 HP | 72 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 400 Nm | 116 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Vehicle Weight | 1946 kg | 930 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5170 mm | 4130 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1570 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2940 mm | 2430 mm |
