1980 Nissan Bluebird vs. 1991 Rover 400
To start off, 1991 Rover 400 is newer by 11 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 1,769 cc (4 cylinders), 1991 Rover 400 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1980 Nissan Bluebird (89 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 1991 Rover 400. (86 HP @ 4300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1980 Nissan Bluebird should accelerate faster than 1991 Rover 400. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Rover 400 weights approximately 190 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, 1991 Rover 400, 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, 1991 Rover 400 (180 Nm) has 48 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Nissan Bluebird. (132 Nm). This means 1991 Rover 400 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Nissan Bluebird.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Nissan Bluebird | 1991 Rover 400 | |
| Make | Nissan | Rover |
| Model | Bluebird | 400 |
| Year Released | 1980 | 1991 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1595 cc | 1769 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 86 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Torque | 132 Nm | 180 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 980 kg | 1170 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4360 mm | 4370 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2560 mm |
