2008 Buick LaCrosse vs. 1972 Nissan Bluebird
To start off, 2008 Buick LaCrosse is newer by 36 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Nissan Bluebird. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Nissan Bluebird would be higher. At 5,667 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Buick LaCrosse is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Buick LaCrosse (300 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 228 more horse power than 1972 Nissan Bluebird. (72 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Buick LaCrosse should accelerate faster than 1972 Nissan Bluebird. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Buick LaCrosse weights approximately 928 kg more than 1972 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, 2008 Buick LaCrosse (438 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 322 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Nissan Bluebird. (116 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2008 Buick LaCrosse will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Nissan Bluebird.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Buick LaCrosse | 1972 Nissan Bluebird | |
| Make | Buick | Nissan |
| Model | LaCrosse | Bluebird |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5667 cc | 1428 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 300 HP | 72 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 438 Nm | 116 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Vehicle Weight | 1858 kg | 930 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5040 mm | 4130 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1570 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2430 mm |
