1981 Nissan Bluebird vs. 1969 Rover 2000
To start off, 1981 Nissan Bluebird is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Rover 2000. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Rover 2000 would be higher. At 1,976 cc (4 cylinders), 1969 Rover 2000 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1969 Rover 2000 (106 HP) has 25 more horse power than 1981 Nissan Bluebird. (81 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1969 Rover 2000 should accelerate faster than 1981 Nissan Bluebird. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1969 Rover 2000 weights approximately 295 kg more than 1981 Nissan Bluebird. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1969 Rover 2000 (172 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 51 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Nissan Bluebird. (121 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1969 Rover 2000 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Nissan Bluebird.
Compare all specifications:
| 1981 Nissan Bluebird | 1969 Rover 2000 | |
| Make | Nissan | Rover |
| Model | Bluebird | 2000 |
| Year Released | 1981 | 1969 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1595 cc | 1976 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 81 HP | 106 HP |
| Torque | 121 Nm | 172 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1000 kg | 1295 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4360 mm | 4550 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2640 mm |
