1982 Nissan Bluebird vs. 1996 Toyota Carina
To start off, 1996 Toyota Carina is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 Nissan Bluebird. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Nissan Bluebird would be higher. At 1,975 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Toyota Carina is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1982 Nissan Bluebird (94 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 1996 Toyota Carina. (82 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1982 Nissan Bluebird should accelerate faster than 1996 Toyota Carina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Toyota Carina weights approximately 105 kg more than 1982 Nissan Bluebird.
Because 1982 Nissan Bluebird is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1982 Nissan Bluebird. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1996 Toyota Carina, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1996 Toyota Carina (174 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 22 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Nissan Bluebird. (152 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1996 Toyota Carina will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Nissan Bluebird.
Compare all specifications:
1982 Nissan Bluebird | 1996 Toyota Carina | |
Make | Nissan | Toyota |
Model | Bluebird | Carina |
Year Released | 1982 | 1996 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1952 cc | 1975 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 94 HP | 82 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 152 Nm | 174 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1130 kg | 1235 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4560 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1480 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2590 mm |