1978 Nissan Bluebird vs. 1979 Porsche 936
To start off, 1979 Porsche 936 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Nissan Bluebird. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Nissan Bluebird would be higher. At 2,142 cc (6 cylinders), 1979 Porsche 936 is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Nissan Bluebird weights approximately 343 kg more than 1979 Porsche 936.
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.
Compare all specifications:
1978 Nissan Bluebird | 1979 Porsche 936 | |
Make | Nissan | Porsche |
Model | Bluebird | 936 |
Year Released | 1978 | 1979 |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 1595 cc | 2142 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 0 HP | 573 HP |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1045 kg | 702 kg |