1984 Nissan Bluebird vs. 1997 Nissan Crew
To start off, 1997 Nissan Crew is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Nissan Bluebird. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Nissan Bluebird would be higher. At 1,997 cc (6 cylinders), 1997 Nissan Crew is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Nissan Crew (129 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 1984 Nissan Bluebird. (104 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Nissan Crew should accelerate faster than 1984 Nissan Bluebird. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Nissan Crew weights approximately 70 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.
Because 1997 Nissan Crew is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1997 Nissan Crew. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1984 Nissan Bluebird, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1997 Nissan Crew (175 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 13 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Nissan Bluebird. (162 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1997 Nissan Crew will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Nissan Bluebird.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Nissan Bluebird | 1997 Nissan Crew | |
| Make | Nissan | Nissan |
| Model | Bluebird | Crew |
| Year Released | 1984 | 1997 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1972 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 104 HP | 129 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 162 Nm | 175 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1170 kg | 1240 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4410 mm | 4600 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2670 mm |
