1980 Nissan Bluebird vs. 2012 Buick Regal
To start off, 2012 Buick Regal is newer by 32 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 2,000 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Buick Regal is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Buick Regal (220 HP) has 161 more horse power than 1980 Nissan Bluebird. (59 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Buick Regal should accelerate faster than 1980 Nissan Bluebird. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Buick Regal weights approximately 475 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, 2012 Buick Regal (352 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 236 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Nissan Bluebird. (116 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2012 Buick Regal will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Nissan Bluebird.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Nissan Bluebird | 2012 Buick Regal | |
| Make | Nissan | Buick |
| Model | Bluebird | Regal |
| Year Released | 1980 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1951 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 220 HP |
| Torque | 116 Nm | 352 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Flex Fuel |
| Vehicle Weight | 1190 kg | 1665 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4360 mm | 4831 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1857 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1483 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2738 mm |
