2009 GMC Yukon vs. 1970 Nissan Bluebird
To start off, 2009 GMC Yukon is newer by 39 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Nissan Bluebird. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Nissan Bluebird would be higher. At 5,328 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 GMC Yukon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 GMC Yukon (320 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 248 more horse power than 1970 Nissan Bluebird. (72 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 GMC Yukon should accelerate faster than 1970 Nissan Bluebird. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 GMC Yukon weights approximately 1505 kg more than 1970 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 GMC Yukon (461 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 345 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Nissan Bluebird. (116 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2009 GMC Yukon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Nissan Bluebird.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 GMC Yukon | 1970 Nissan Bluebird | |
| Make | GMC | Nissan |
| Model | Yukon | Bluebird |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1970 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5328 cc | 1427 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 320 HP | 72 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 461 Nm | 116 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Vehicle Weight | 2435 kg | 930 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5140 mm | 4130 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1570 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1960 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2430 mm |
