2009 Nissan Altima vs. 1970 Nissan Bluebird
To start off, 2009 Nissan Altima 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 2,491 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Nissan Altima is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Nissan Altima (175 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 113 more horse power than 1970 Nissan Bluebird. (62 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Nissan Altima should accelerate faster than 1970 Nissan Bluebird. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Nissan Altima weights approximately 649 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 Nissan Altima (244 Nm @ 3900 RPM) has 141 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Nissan Bluebird. (103 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2009 Nissan Altima will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Nissan Bluebird.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Nissan Altima | 1970 Nissan Bluebird | |
| Make | Nissan | Nissan |
| Model | Altima | Bluebird |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1970 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2491 cc | 1296 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 175 HP | 62 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 244 Nm | 103 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3900 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1554 kg | 905 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 4130 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1570 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2430 mm |
