1983 Nissan Bluebird vs. 2004 TVR T 350
To start off, 2004 TVR T 350 is newer by 21 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 3,605 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 TVR T 350 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 TVR T 350 (346 HP @ 7200 RPM) has 252 more horse power than 1983 Nissan Bluebird. (94 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 TVR T 350 should accelerate faster than 1983 Nissan Bluebird. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Nissan Bluebird weights approximately 30 kg more than 2004 TVR T 350.
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, 2004 TVR T 350 (393 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 241 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Nissan Bluebird. (152 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2004 TVR T 350 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Nissan Bluebird.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Nissan Bluebird | 2004 TVR T 350 | |
| Make | Nissan | TVR |
| Model | Bluebird | T 350 |
| Year Released | 1983 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1952 cc | 3605 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 94 HP | 346 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 7200 RPM |
| Torque | 152 Nm | 393 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1130 kg | 1100 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 3950 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1220 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2370 mm |
