1983 Nissan Bluebird vs. 1990 Toyota MR2
To start off, 1990 Toyota MR2 is newer by 7 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 2,164 cc (4 cylinders), 1990 Toyota MR2 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Toyota MR2 (135 HP) has 54 more horse power than 1983 Nissan Bluebird. (81 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1990 Toyota MR2 should accelerate faster than 1983 Nissan Bluebird. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Toyota MR2 weights approximately 175 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, 1990 Toyota MR2 (196 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 75 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Nissan Bluebird. (121 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1990 Toyota MR2 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Nissan Bluebird.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Nissan Bluebird | 1990 Toyota MR2 | |
| Make | Nissan | Toyota |
| Model | Bluebird | MR2 |
| Year Released | 1983 | 1990 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1593 cc | 2164 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 81 HP | 135 HP |
| Torque | 121 Nm | 196 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1000 kg | 1175 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4360 mm | 4190 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1250 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2610 mm |
