1980 Nissan Bluebird vs. 2002 Renault Avantime
To start off, 2002 Renault Avantime is newer by 22 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 2,186 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Renault Avantime is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Renault Avantime (148 HP) has 89 more horse power than 1980 Nissan Bluebird. (59 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Renault Avantime should accelerate faster than 1980 Nissan Bluebird. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Renault Avantime weights approximately 563 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, 2002 Renault Avantime (320 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 204 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Nissan Bluebird. (116 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2002 Renault Avantime will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Nissan Bluebird.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Nissan Bluebird | 2002 Renault Avantime | |
| Make | Nissan | Renault |
| Model | Bluebird | Avantime |
| Year Released | 1980 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1951 cc | 2186 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 148 HP |
| Torque | 116 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Vehicle Weight | 1190 kg | 1753 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4360 mm | 4650 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1700 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2810 mm |
