1983 Nissan Bluebird vs. 1977 Nissan Skyline
To start off, 1983 Nissan Bluebird is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Nissan Skyline. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Nissan Skyline would be higher. At 2,393 cc (6 cylinders), 1977 Nissan Skyline is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1977 Nissan Skyline (109 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 1983 Nissan Bluebird. (94 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1977 Nissan Skyline should accelerate faster than 1983 Nissan Bluebird. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1977 Nissan Skyline weights approximately 130 kg more than 1983 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, 1977 Nissan Skyline (179 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 27 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Nissan Bluebird. (152 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1977 Nissan Skyline will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Nissan Bluebird.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Nissan Bluebird | 1977 Nissan Skyline | |
| Make | Nissan | Nissan |
| Model | Bluebird | Skyline |
| Year Released | 1983 | 1977 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1952 cc | 2393 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 94 HP | 109 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 152 Nm | 179 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1130 kg | 1260 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4610 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2620 mm |
