1959 Jaguar MK II vs. 1980 Nissan Bluebird
To start off, 1980 Nissan Bluebird is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Jaguar MK II. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Jaguar MK II would be higher. At 3,442 cc (6 cylinders), 1959 Jaguar MK II is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1959 Jaguar MK II (208 HP) has 149 more horse power than 1980 Nissan Bluebird. (59 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1959 Jaguar MK II should accelerate faster than 1980 Nissan Bluebird. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Jaguar MK II weights approximately 310 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.
Let's talk about torque, 1959 Jaguar MK II (300 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 184 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Nissan Bluebird. (116 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1959 Jaguar MK II will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Nissan Bluebird.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Jaguar MK II | 1980 Nissan Bluebird | |
| Make | Jaguar | Nissan |
| Model | MK II | Bluebird |
| Year Released | 1959 | 1980 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3442 cc | 1951 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 208 HP | 59 HP |
| Torque | 300 Nm | 116 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Vehicle Weight | 1500 kg | 1190 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5000 mm | 4360 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1600 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2530 mm |
