1976 Nissan Bluebird vs. 2007 Opel Vivaro
To start off, 2007 Opel Vivaro is newer by 31 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. Both 1976 Nissan Bluebird and 2007 Opel Vivaro are equipped with a 1,998 cc engine. In terms of performance, 1976 Nissan Bluebird (120 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 2007 Opel Vivaro. (118 HP @ 4750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1976 Nissan Bluebird should accelerate faster than 2007 Opel Vivaro. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Nissan Bluebird weights approximately 30 kg more than 2007 Opel Vivaro. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1976 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 1976 Nissan Bluebird. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Opel Vivaro, 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, 2007 Opel Vivaro (190 Nm @ 3700 RPM) has 23 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Nissan Bluebird. (167 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2007 Opel Vivaro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Nissan Bluebird.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Nissan Bluebird | 2007 Opel Vivaro | |
| Make | Nissan | Opel |
| Model | Bluebird | Vivaro |
| Year Released | 1976 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 120 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Torque | 167 Nm | 190 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 3700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1175 kg | 1145 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 4790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1970 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1910 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 3100 mm |
