1947 Jaguar Mark IV vs. 1980 Nissan Bluebird
To start off, 1980 Nissan Bluebird is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1947 Jaguar Mark IV. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1947 Jaguar Mark IV would be higher. At 3,485 cc (6 cylinders), 1947 Jaguar Mark IV is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1947 Jaguar Mark IV (123 HP) has 42 more horse power than 1980 Nissan Bluebird. (81 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1947 Jaguar Mark IV should accelerate faster than 1980 Nissan Bluebird. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1947 Jaguar Mark IV weights approximately 790 kg more than 1980 Nissan Bluebird. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1947 Jaguar Mark IV (250 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 129 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Nissan Bluebird. (121 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1947 Jaguar Mark IV will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Nissan Bluebird.
Compare all specifications:
| 1947 Jaguar Mark IV | 1980 Nissan Bluebird | |
| Make | Jaguar | Nissan |
| Model | Mark IV | Bluebird |
| Year Released | 1947 | 1980 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3485 cc | 1595 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 81 HP |
| Torque | 250 Nm | 121 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1790 kg | 1000 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 4360 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1660 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3060 mm | 2530 mm |
