2009 Chevrolet Nubira vs. 1971 Nissan Bluebird
To start off, 2009 Chevrolet Nubira 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 1,770 cc (4 cylinders), 1971 Nissan Bluebird is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Chevrolet Nubira (108 HP) has 27 more horse power than 1971 Nissan Bluebird. (81 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Chevrolet Nubira should accelerate faster than 1971 Nissan Bluebird. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Chevrolet Nubira weights approximately 283 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 Nubira (150 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 3 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Nissan Bluebird. (147 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2009 Chevrolet Nubira will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Nissan Bluebird.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Chevrolet Nubira | 1971 Nissan Bluebird | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Nissan |
| Model | Nubira | Bluebird |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1971 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1598 cc | 1770 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 81 HP |
| Torque | 150 Nm | 147 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1313 kg | 1030 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4570 mm | 4220 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2510 mm |
