2009 Buick Enclave vs. 1971 Nissan Bluebird
To start off, 2009 Buick Enclave is newer by 38 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 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Buick Enclave is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Buick Enclave (288 HP) has 207 more horse power than 1971 Nissan Bluebird. (81 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Buick Enclave should accelerate faster than 1971 Nissan Bluebird. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Buick Enclave weights approximately 916 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, 2009 Buick Enclave (366 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 219 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Nissan Bluebird. (147 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2009 Buick Enclave will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Nissan Bluebird.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Buick Enclave | 1971 Nissan Bluebird | |
| Make | Buick | Nissan |
| Model | Enclave | Bluebird |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1971 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3600 cc | 1770 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 288 HP | 81 HP |
| Torque | 366 Nm | 147 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1946 kg | 1030 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5130 mm | 4220 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1840 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2510 mm |
