1980 Nissan Bluebird vs. 2004 Opel Vectra
To start off, 2004 Opel Vectra is newer by 24 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 2,393 cc (6 cylinders), 1980 Nissan Bluebird is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Opel Vectra (165 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 45 more horse power than 1980 Nissan Bluebird. (120 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Opel Vectra should accelerate faster than 1980 Nissan Bluebird. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Opel Vectra weights approximately 105 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.
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, 2004 Opel Vectra, 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, 2004 Opel Vectra (266 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 96 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Nissan Bluebird. (170 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2004 Opel Vectra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Nissan Bluebird.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Nissan Bluebird | 2004 Opel Vectra | |
| Make | Nissan | Opel |
| Model | Bluebird | Vectra |
| Year Released | 1980 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2393 cc | 1994 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 120 HP | 165 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 170 Nm | 266 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1270 kg | 1375 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4360 mm | 4600 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2740 mm |
