1983 Nissan Bluebird vs. 1986 Toyota Camry
To start off, 1986 Toyota Camry is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Nissan Bluebird. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Nissan Bluebird would be higher. At 1,974 cc (4 cylinders), 1986 Toyota Camry is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1983 Nissan Bluebird (94 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 1986 Toyota Camry. (83 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1983 Nissan Bluebird should accelerate faster than 1986 Toyota Camry. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Toyota Camry weights approximately 185 kg more than 1983 Nissan Bluebird.
Because 1983 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 1983 Nissan Bluebird. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1986 Toyota Camry, 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, 1986 Toyota Camry (157 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 5 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Nissan Bluebird. (152 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1986 Toyota Camry will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Nissan Bluebird.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Nissan Bluebird | 1986 Toyota Camry | |
| Make | Nissan | Toyota |
| Model | Bluebird | Camry |
| Year Released | 1983 | 1986 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1952 cc | 1974 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 94 HP | 83 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 152 Nm | 157 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1130 kg | 1315 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2670 mm |
