1980 Nissan Bluebird vs. 2001 Toyota Yaris
To start off, 2001 Toyota Yaris is newer by 21 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 1,951 cc (4 cylinders), 1980 Nissan Bluebird is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Toyota Yaris (66 HP) has 7 more horse power than 1980 Nissan Bluebird. (59 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Toyota Yaris should accelerate faster than 1980 Nissan Bluebird. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Nissan Bluebird weights approximately 360 kg more than 2001 Toyota Yaris.
Let's talk about torque, 1980 Nissan Bluebird (116 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 22 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Toyota Yaris. (94 Nm @ 4100 RPM). This means 1980 Nissan Bluebird will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Toyota Yaris.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Nissan Bluebird | 2001 Toyota Yaris | |
| Make | Nissan | Toyota |
| Model | Bluebird | Yaris |
| Year Released | 1980 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1951 cc | 998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 66 HP |
| Torque | 116 Nm | 94 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1190 kg | 830 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4360 mm | 3650 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2660 mm |
