2008 Chevrolet Suburban vs. 1961 Nissan Bluebird
To start off, 2008 Chevrolet Suburban is newer by 47 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Nissan Bluebird. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Nissan Bluebird would be higher. At 5,328 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Chevrolet Suburban is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Chevrolet Suburban (310 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 267 more horse power than 1961 Nissan Bluebird. (43 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Chevrolet Suburban should accelerate faster than 1961 Nissan Bluebird.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2008 Chevrolet Suburban (454 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 370 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Nissan Bluebird. (84 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2008 Chevrolet Suburban will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Nissan Bluebird.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Chevrolet Suburban | 1961 Nissan Bluebird | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Nissan |
| Model | Suburban | Bluebird |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1961 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5328 cc | 988 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 310 HP | 43 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 454 Nm | 84 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Vehicle Length | 5660 mm | 3870 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1500 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1960 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3310 mm | 2290 mm |
