1982 Nissan Bluebird vs. 1981 Volvo 260
To start off, 1982 Nissan Bluebird is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Volvo 260. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Volvo 260 would be higher. At 2,849 cc (6 cylinders), 1981 Volvo 260 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1981 Volvo 260 (153 HP) has 72 more horse power than 1982 Nissan Bluebird. (81 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1981 Volvo 260 should accelerate faster than 1982 Nissan Bluebird. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Volvo 260 weights approximately 370 kg more than 1982 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, 1981 Volvo 260 (231 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 110 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Nissan Bluebird. (121 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1981 Volvo 260 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Nissan Bluebird.
Compare all specifications:
| 1982 Nissan Bluebird | 1981 Volvo 260 | |
| Make | Nissan | Volvo |
| Model | Bluebird | 260 |
| Year Released | 1982 | 1981 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1595 cc | 2849 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 81 HP | 153 HP |
| Torque | 121 Nm | 231 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1000 kg | 1370 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4360 mm | 4890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2660 mm |
