1984 Nissan Patrol vs. 1980 Nissan Bluebird
To start off, 1984 Nissan Patrol is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Nissan Bluebird. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Nissan Bluebird would be higher. At 3,245 cc (6 cylinders), 1984 Nissan Patrol is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 Nissan Patrol (94 HP) has 35 more horse power than 1980 Nissan Bluebird. (59 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1984 Nissan Patrol should accelerate faster than 1980 Nissan Bluebird. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Nissan Patrol weights approximately 885 kg more than 1980 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, 1984 Nissan Patrol (215 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 99 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Nissan Bluebird. (116 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1984 Nissan Patrol will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Nissan Bluebird.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Nissan Patrol | 1980 Nissan Bluebird | |
| Make | Nissan | Nissan |
| Model | Patrol | Bluebird |
| Year Released | 1984 | 1980 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3245 cc | 1951 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 94 HP | 59 HP |
| Torque | 215 Nm | 116 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
| Vehicle Weight | 2075 kg | 1190 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4740 mm | 4360 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1850 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2980 mm | 2530 mm |
