1983 Nissan Bluebird vs. 2012 Mini Cooper Roadster
To start off, 2012 Mini Cooper Roadster is newer by 29 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 1,950 cc (4 cylinders), 1983 Nissan Bluebird is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Mini Cooper Roadster (181 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 124 more horse power than 1983 Nissan Bluebird. (57 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Mini Cooper Roadster should accelerate faster than 1983 Nissan Bluebird. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Nissan Bluebird weights approximately 25 kg more than 2012 Mini Cooper Roadster.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear 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, 2012 Mini Cooper Roadster (240 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 127 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Nissan Bluebird. (113 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2012 Mini Cooper Roadster will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Nissan Bluebird.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Nissan Bluebird | 2012 Mini Cooper Roadster | |
| Make | Nissan | Mini |
| Model | Bluebird | Cooper Roadster |
| Year Released | 1983 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1950 cc | 1600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 57 HP | 181 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 113 Nm | 240 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 1270 kg | 1245 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4410 mm | 3734 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1684 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1389 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2466 mm |
