2009 Chevrolet Suburban vs. 1972 Nissan Bluebird
To start off, 2009 Chevrolet Suburban is newer by 37 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Nissan Bluebird. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Nissan Bluebird would be higher. At 5,300 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Chevrolet Suburban is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Chevrolet Suburban (307 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 231 more horse power than 1972 Nissan Bluebird. (76 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Chevrolet Suburban should accelerate faster than 1972 Nissan Bluebird.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front 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, 2009 Chevrolet Suburban (335 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 200 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Nissan Bluebird. (135 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2009 Chevrolet Suburban will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Nissan Bluebird. 2009 Chevrolet Suburban has automatic transmission and 1972 Nissan Bluebird has manual transmission. 1972 Nissan Bluebird will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Chevrolet Suburban will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Chevrolet Suburban | 1972 Nissan Bluebird | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Nissan |
| Model | Suburban | Bluebird |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5300 cc | 1595 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 307 HP | 76 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 335 Nm | 135 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Vehicle Length | 5660 mm | 4220 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1960 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3310 mm | 2510 mm |
