1968 Nissan Bluebird vs. 1988 Renault 5
To start off, 1988 Renault 5 is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Nissan Bluebird. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Nissan Bluebird would be higher. At 1,295 cc (4 cylinders), 1968 Nissan Bluebird is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 Nissan Bluebird (62 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 1988 Renault 5. (45 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1968 Nissan Bluebird should accelerate faster than 1988 Renault 5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Nissan Bluebird weights approximately 190 kg more than 1988 Renault 5. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1968 Nissan Bluebird is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1968 Nissan Bluebird. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1988 Renault 5, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1968 Nissan Bluebird (103 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 23 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Renault 5. (80 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1968 Nissan Bluebird will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Renault 5.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Nissan Bluebird | 1988 Renault 5 | |
| Make | Nissan | Renault |
| Model | Bluebird | 5 |
| Year Released | 1968 | 1988 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1295 cc | 1108 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 62 HP | 45 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 103 Nm | 80 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 905 kg | 715 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4130 mm | 3660 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1590 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2420 mm |
