1976 Nissan Bluebird vs. 1980 Subaru Rex
To start off, 1980 Subaru Rex is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Nissan Bluebird. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Nissan Bluebird would be higher. At 1,595 cc (4 cylinders), 1976 Nissan Bluebird is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1976 Nissan Bluebird (76 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 47 more horse power than 1980 Subaru Rex. (29 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1976 Nissan Bluebird should accelerate faster than 1980 Subaru Rex. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Nissan Bluebird weights approximately 425 kg more than 1980 Subaru Rex. 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, 1976 Nissan Bluebird (135 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 92 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Subaru Rex. (43 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1976 Nissan Bluebird will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Subaru Rex.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Nissan Bluebird | 1980 Subaru Rex | |
| Make | Nissan | Subaru |
| Model | Bluebird | Rex |
| Year Released | 1976 | 1980 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1595 cc | 544 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 76 HP | 29 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 135 Nm | 43 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 960 kg | 535 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4220 mm | 3000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1300 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1290 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 1930 mm |
