1981 Audi 80 vs. 1986 Nissan Bluebird
To start off, 1986 Nissan Bluebird is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Audi 80. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Audi 80 would be higher. At 2,144 cc (5 cylinders), 1981 Audi 80 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1981 Audi 80 (136 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 55 more horse power than 1986 Nissan Bluebird. (81 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1981 Audi 80 should accelerate faster than 1986 Nissan Bluebird. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Audi 80 weights approximately 180 kg more than 1986 Nissan Bluebird. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1981 Audi 80 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1986 Nissan Bluebird. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1981 Audi 80 will offer significantly more control. 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, 1981 Audi 80 (176 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 50 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Nissan Bluebird. (126 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1981 Audi 80 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Nissan Bluebird.
Compare all specifications:
| 1981 Audi 80 | 1986 Nissan Bluebird | |
| Make | Audi | Nissan |
| Model | 80 | Bluebird |
| Year Released | 1981 | 1986 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2144 cc | 1596 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 136 HP | 81 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 176 Nm | 126 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1190 kg | 1010 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4390 mm | 4380 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2560 mm |
