1976 Nissan Bluebird vs. 1987 Opel Monza
To start off, 1987 Opel Monza is newer by 11 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 2,197 cc (4 cylinders), 1987 Opel Monza is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1976 Nissan Bluebird (120 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 1987 Opel Monza. (114 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1976 Nissan Bluebird should accelerate faster than 1987 Opel Monza. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Opel Monza weights approximately 145 kg more than 1976 Nissan Bluebird.
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, 1987 Opel Monza (182 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 15 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Nissan Bluebird. (167 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1987 Opel Monza will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Nissan Bluebird.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Nissan Bluebird | 1987 Opel Monza | |
| Make | Nissan | Opel |
| Model | Bluebird | Monza |
| Year Released | 1976 | 1987 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 2197 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 120 HP | 114 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 167 Nm | 182 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1175 kg | 1320 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 4700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2670 mm |
