1980 Nissan Bluebird vs. 2004 Toyota Yaris
To start off, 2004 Toyota Yaris 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 1,951 cc (4 cylinders), 1980 Nissan Bluebird is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Toyota Yaris (89 HP) has 30 more horse power than 1980 Nissan Bluebird. (59 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2004 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 206 kg more than 2004 Toyota Yaris.
Let's talk about torque, 2004 Toyota Yaris (122 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 6 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Nissan Bluebird. (116 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2004 Toyota Yaris will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Nissan Bluebird.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Nissan Bluebird | 2004 Toyota Yaris | |
| Make | Nissan | Toyota |
| Model | Bluebird | Yaris |
| Year Released | 1980 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1951 cc | 1298 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 89 HP |
| Torque | 116 Nm | 122 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Vehicle Weight | 1190 kg | 984 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4360 mm | 3650 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2380 mm |
