1982 Nissan Bluebird vs. 2012 Suzuki Equator
To start off, 2012 Suzuki Equator is newer by 30 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 2,488 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Suzuki Equator is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Suzuki Equator (152 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 58 more horse power than 1982 Nissan Bluebird. (94 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Suzuki Equator should accelerate faster than 1982 Nissan Bluebird. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1982 Nissan Bluebird weights approximately 155 kg more than 2012 Suzuki Equator.
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, 2012 Suzuki Equator (232 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 80 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Nissan Bluebird. (152 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2012 Suzuki Equator will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Nissan Bluebird.
Compare all specifications:
| 1982 Nissan Bluebird | 2012 Suzuki Equator | |
| Make | Nissan | Suzuki |
| Model | Bluebird | Equator |
| Year Released | 1982 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1952 cc | 2488 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 94 HP | 152 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 152 Nm | 232 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1130 kg | 975 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 5250 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1750 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 3200 mm |
