1983 Nissan Bluebird vs. 1979 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 1983 Nissan Bluebird is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Toyota Corolla. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Toyota Corolla would be higher. At 1,950 cc (4 cylinders), 1983 Nissan Bluebird is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1979 Toyota Corolla (58 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 1983 Nissan Bluebird. (57 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1979 Toyota Corolla should accelerate faster than 1983 Nissan Bluebird. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Nissan Bluebird weights approximately 408 kg more than 1979 Toyota Corolla.
Because 1979 Toyota Corolla 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 1979 Toyota Corolla. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1983 Nissan Bluebird, 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, 1983 Nissan Bluebird (113 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 21 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Toyota Corolla. (92 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1983 Nissan Bluebird will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Toyota Corolla.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Nissan Bluebird | 1979 Toyota Corolla | |
| Make | Nissan | Toyota |
| Model | Bluebird | Corolla |
| Year Released | 1983 | 1979 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1950 cc | 1290 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 57 HP | 58 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 113 Nm | 92 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1270 kg | 862 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4410 mm | 4060 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2410 mm |
