1979 Chevrolet Caprice vs. 1987 Nissan Bluebird
To start off, 1987 Nissan Bluebird is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Chevrolet Caprice. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Chevrolet Caprice would be higher. At 5,002 cc (8 cylinders), 1979 Chevrolet Caprice is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1979 Chevrolet Caprice (148 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 67 more horse power than 1987 Nissan Bluebird. (81 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1979 Chevrolet Caprice should accelerate faster than 1987 Nissan Bluebird. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Chevrolet Caprice weights approximately 710 kg more than 1987 Nissan Bluebird. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1979 Chevrolet Caprice 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 1979 Chevrolet Caprice. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1987 Nissan Bluebird, 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, 1979 Chevrolet Caprice (333 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 207 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Nissan Bluebird. (126 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1979 Chevrolet Caprice will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Nissan Bluebird. 1979 Chevrolet Caprice has automatic transmission and 1987 Nissan Bluebird has manual transmission. 1987 Nissan Bluebird will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1979 Chevrolet Caprice will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Chevrolet Caprice | 1987 Nissan Bluebird | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Nissan |
| Model | Caprice | Bluebird |
| Year Released | 1979 | 1987 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5002 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 81 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 333 Nm | 126 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1720 kg | 1010 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5460 mm | 4380 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2560 mm |
