2009 Land Rover Discovery vs. 1961 Nissan Bluebird
To start off, 2009 Land Rover Discovery is newer by 48 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Nissan Bluebird. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Nissan Bluebird would be higher. At 2,718 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Land Rover Discovery is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Land Rover Discovery (187 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 144 more horse power than 1961 Nissan Bluebird. (43 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Land Rover Discovery should accelerate faster than 1961 Nissan Bluebird. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Land Rover Discovery weights approximately 1783 kg more than 1961 Nissan Bluebird. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear 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 Land Rover Discovery (440 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 356 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Nissan Bluebird. (84 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2009 Land Rover Discovery will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Nissan Bluebird.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Land Rover Discovery | 1961 Nissan Bluebird | |
Make | Land Rover | Nissan |
Model | Discovery | Bluebird |
Year Released | 2009 | 1961 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2718 cc | 988 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 187 HP | 43 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 440 Nm | 84 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1900 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Vehicle Weight | 2708 kg | 925 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4840 mm | 3870 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1500 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1920 mm | 1490 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2290 mm |