1966 Marcos 1500 vs. 1983 Nissan Bluebird
To start off, 1983 Nissan Bluebird is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Marcos 1500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Marcos 1500 would be higher. At 1,593 cc (4 cylinders), 1983 Nissan Bluebird is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1966 Marcos 1500 (85 HP) has 4 more horse power than 1983 Nissan Bluebird. (81 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1966 Marcos 1500 should accelerate faster than 1983 Nissan Bluebird. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Nissan Bluebird weights approximately 290 kg more than 1966 Marcos 1500.
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, 1966 Marcos 1500 (131 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Nissan Bluebird. (121 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1966 Marcos 1500 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Nissan Bluebird.
Compare all specifications:
| 1966 Marcos 1500 | 1983 Nissan Bluebird | |
| Make | Marcos | Nissan |
| Model | 1500 | Bluebird |
| Year Released | 1966 | 1983 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1498 cc | 1593 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 81 HP |
| Torque | 131 Nm | 121 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 710 kg | 1000 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4070 mm | 4360 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1090 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2530 mm |
