2009 Chevrolet Express vs. 1971 Nissan Bluebird
To start off, 2009 Chevrolet Express 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 4,300 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Chevrolet Express is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Chevrolet Express (193 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 121 more horse power than 1971 Nissan Bluebird. (72 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Chevrolet Express should accelerate faster than 1971 Nissan Bluebird. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Chevrolet Express weights approximately 1455 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 Chevrolet Express (260 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 144 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Nissan Bluebird. (116 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2009 Chevrolet Express will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Nissan Bluebird.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Chevrolet Express | 1971 Nissan Bluebird | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Nissan |
| Model | Express | Bluebird |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1971 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4300 cc | 1428 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 193 HP | 72 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 260 Nm | 116 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 2385 kg | 930 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5700 mm | 4130 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1570 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2080 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3440 mm | 2430 mm |
