1985 Nissan Bluebird vs. 2005 SsangYong Rexton
To start off, 2005 SsangYong Rexton is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Nissan Bluebird. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Nissan Bluebird would be higher. At 3,199 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 SsangYong Rexton is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 SsangYong Rexton (217 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 112 more horse power than 1985 Nissan Bluebird. (105 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 SsangYong Rexton should accelerate faster than 1985 Nissan Bluebird. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 SsangYong Rexton weights approximately 690 kg more than 1985 Nissan Bluebird. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 SsangYong Rexton is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1985 Nissan Bluebird. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 SsangYong Rexton will offer significantly more control. 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, 2005 SsangYong Rexton (295 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 133 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Nissan Bluebird. (162 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2005 SsangYong Rexton will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Nissan Bluebird.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Nissan Bluebird | 2005 SsangYong Rexton | |
| Make | Nissan | SsangYong |
| Model | Bluebird | Rexton |
| Year Released | 1985 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1973 cc | 3199 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 105 HP | 217 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 162 Nm | 295 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Vehicle Weight | 1170 kg | 1860 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4410 mm | 4730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1770 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2830 mm |
