1984 Nissan Bluebird vs. 1979 Toyota Celica
To start off, 1984 Nissan Bluebird is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Toyota Celica. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Toyota Celica would be higher. At 2,563 cc, 1979 Toyota Celica is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1979 Toyota Celica (118 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 1984 Nissan Bluebird. (104 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1979 Toyota Celica should accelerate faster than 1984 Nissan Bluebird. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Toyota Celica weights approximately 10 kg more than 1984 Nissan Bluebird. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1979 Toyota Celica (215 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 53 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Nissan Bluebird. (162 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1979 Toyota Celica will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Nissan Bluebird.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Nissan Bluebird | 1979 Toyota Celica | |
| Make | Nissan | Toyota |
| Model | Bluebird | Celica |
| Year Released | 1984 | 1979 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1972 cc | 2563 cc |
| Horse Power | 104 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 162 Nm | 215 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1170 kg | 1180 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4410 mm | 4610 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2640 mm |
