1984 Nissan Bluebird vs. 2001 Seat Toledo
To start off, 2001 Seat Toledo is newer by 17 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 1,952 cc (4 cylinders), 1984 Nissan Bluebird is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Seat Toledo (148 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 54 more horse power than 1984 Nissan Bluebird. (94 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Seat Toledo should accelerate faster than 1984 Nissan Bluebird. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Seat Toledo weights approximately 253 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 1984 Nissan Bluebird 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 1984 Nissan Bluebird. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 Seat Toledo, 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, 2001 Seat Toledo (320 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 168 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Nissan Bluebird. (152 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2001 Seat Toledo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Nissan Bluebird.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Nissan Bluebird | 2001 Seat Toledo | |
| Make | Nissan | Seat |
| Model | Bluebird | Toledo |
| Year Released | 1984 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1952 cc | 1896 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 94 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 152 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 1900 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1134 kg | 1387 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2520 mm |
