1978 Audi 100 vs. 1980 Nissan Bluebird
To start off, 1980 Nissan Bluebird is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Audi 100. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Audi 100 would be higher. At 1,595 cc (4 cylinders), 1980 Nissan Bluebird is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1980 Nissan Bluebird (89 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 1978 Audi 100. (85 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1980 Nissan Bluebird should accelerate faster than 1978 Audi 100. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Audi 100 weights approximately 130 kg more than 1980 Nissan Bluebird.
Because 1980 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 1980 Nissan Bluebird. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1978 Audi 100, 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, 1980 Nissan Bluebird (132 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 8 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Audi 100. (124 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1980 Nissan Bluebird will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Audi 100.
Compare all specifications:
1978 Audi 100 | 1980 Nissan Bluebird | |
Make | Audi | Nissan |
Model | 100 | Bluebird |
Year Released | 1978 | 1980 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1588 cc | 1595 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 85 HP | 89 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 124 Nm | 132 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1110 kg | 980 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4600 mm | 4360 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1660 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2530 mm |