1980 Nissan Bluebird vs. 1988 Pontiac 6000
To start off, 1988 Pontiac 6000 is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Nissan Bluebird. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Nissan Bluebird would be higher. At 2,474 cc (4 cylinders), 1988 Pontiac 6000 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Pontiac 6000 (108 HP) has 49 more horse power than 1980 Nissan Bluebird. (59 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1988 Pontiac 6000 should accelerate faster than 1980 Nissan Bluebird. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Pontiac 6000 weights approximately 120 kg more than 1980 Nissan Bluebird. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1988 Pontiac 6000 (183 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 67 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Nissan Bluebird. (116 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1988 Pontiac 6000 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Nissan Bluebird.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Nissan Bluebird | 1988 Pontiac 6000 | |
| Make | Nissan | Pontiac |
| Model | Bluebird | 6000 |
| Year Released | 1980 | 1988 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1951 cc | 2474 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 108 HP |
| Torque | 116 Nm | 183 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1190 kg | 1310 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4360 mm | 4920 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2670 mm |
