1969 Nissan Bluebird vs. 2005 Opel Vectra
To start off, 2005 Opel Vectra is newer by 36 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Nissan Bluebird. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Nissan Bluebird would be higher. At 2,198 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Opel Vectra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Opel Vectra (153 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 91 more horse power than 1969 Nissan Bluebird. (62 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Opel Vectra should accelerate faster than 1969 Nissan Bluebird. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Opel Vectra weights approximately 645 kg more than 1969 Nissan Bluebird. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1969 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 1969 Nissan Bluebird. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Opel Vectra, 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, 2005 Opel Vectra (221 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 118 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Nissan Bluebird. (103 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2005 Opel Vectra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Nissan Bluebird.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 Nissan Bluebird | 2005 Opel Vectra | |
| Make | Nissan | Opel |
| Model | Bluebird | Vectra |
| Year Released | 1969 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1296 cc | 2198 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 62 HP | 153 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 103 Nm | 221 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 905 kg | 1550 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4130 mm | 4830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2840 mm |
