1983 Nissan Bluebird vs. 1980 Toyota Celica
To start off, 1983 Nissan Bluebird is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Toyota Celica. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Toyota Celica would be higher. At 2,366 cc (4 cylinders), 1980 Toyota Celica is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1983 Nissan Bluebird (104 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 1980 Toyota Celica. (96 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1983 Nissan Bluebird should accelerate faster than 1980 Toyota Celica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Toyota Celica weights approximately 10 kg more than 1983 Nissan Bluebird.
Because 1980 Toyota Celica 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 1980 Toyota Celica. 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, 1980 Toyota Celica (175 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 13 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Nissan Bluebird. (162 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1980 Toyota Celica will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Nissan Bluebird.
Compare all specifications:
1983 Nissan Bluebird | 1980 Toyota Celica | |
Make | Nissan | Toyota |
Model | Bluebird | Celica |
Year Released | 1983 | 1980 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1973 cc | 2366 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 104 HP | 96 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 162 Nm | 175 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 1170 kg | 1180 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4410 mm | 4380 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1640 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1330 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2510 mm |