1983 Nissan Bluebird vs. 2013 Cadillac ATS
To start off, 2013 Cadillac ATS is newer by 30 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 2,500 cc (4 cylinders), 2013 Cadillac ATS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Cadillac ATS (199 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 105 more horse power than 1983 Nissan Bluebird. (94 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Cadillac ATS should accelerate faster than 1983 Nissan Bluebird. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Cadillac ATS weights approximately 373 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, 2013 Cadillac ATS (258 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 106 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Nissan Bluebird. (152 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2013 Cadillac ATS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Nissan Bluebird.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Nissan Bluebird | 2013 Cadillac ATS | |
| Make | Nissan | Cadillac |
| Model | Bluebird | ATS |
| Year Released | 1983 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1952 cc | 2500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 94 HP | 199 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 152 Nm | 258 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1130 kg | 1503 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4643 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1806 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1418 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2776 mm |
