1984 Nissan Bluebird vs. 2009 Nissan Armada
To start off, 2009 Nissan Armada is newer by 25 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 5,552 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Nissan Armada is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Nissan Armada (317 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 223 more horse power than 1984 Nissan Bluebird. (94 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Nissan Armada should accelerate faster than 1984 Nissan Bluebird. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Nissan Armada weights approximately 426 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.
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, 2009 Nissan Armada (522 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 370 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Nissan Bluebird. (152 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2009 Nissan Armada will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Nissan Bluebird. 2009 Nissan Armada has automatic transmission and 1984 Nissan Bluebird has manual transmission. 1984 Nissan Bluebird will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Nissan Armada will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Nissan Bluebird | 2009 Nissan Armada | |
| Make | Nissan | Nissan |
| Model | Bluebird | Armada |
| Year Released | 1984 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1952 cc | 5552 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 94 HP | 317 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 152 Nm | 522 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1134 kg | 1560 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 5280 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 2020 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1970 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 3140 mm |
