2008 Chevrolet Avalanche vs. 1971 Nissan Bluebird
To start off, 2008 Chevrolet Avalanche is newer by 37 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 5,299 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Chevrolet Avalanche is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Chevrolet Avalanche (310 HP) has 229 more horse power than 1971 Nissan Bluebird. (81 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Chevrolet Avalanche should accelerate faster than 1971 Nissan Bluebird. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Chevrolet Avalanche weights approximately 231 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, 2008 Chevrolet Avalanche (454 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 307 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Nissan Bluebird. (147 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2008 Chevrolet Avalanche will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Nissan Bluebird.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Chevrolet Avalanche | 1971 Nissan Bluebird | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Nissan |
| Model | Avalanche | Bluebird |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1971 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5299 cc | 1770 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 310 HP | 81 HP |
| Torque | 454 Nm | 147 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1261 kg | 1030 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5630 mm | 4220 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1950 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3310 mm | 2510 mm |
