2008 Jeep Compass vs. 1971 Nissan Bluebird
To start off, 2008 Jeep Compass 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 2,358 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Jeep Compass is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Jeep Compass (172 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 100 more horse power than 1971 Nissan Bluebird. (72 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Jeep Compass should accelerate faster than 1971 Nissan Bluebird. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Jeep Compass weights approximately 899 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 Jeep Compass (224 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 108 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Nissan Bluebird. (116 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2008 Jeep Compass will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Nissan Bluebird.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Jeep Compass | 1971 Nissan Bluebird | |
| Make | Jeep | Nissan |
| Model | Compass | Bluebird |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1971 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2358 cc | 1428 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 172 HP | 72 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 224 Nm | 116 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1829 kg | 930 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4410 mm | 4130 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1570 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1660 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2430 mm |
