1985 Nissan Bluebird vs. 2009 Pontiac Solstice
To start off, 2009 Pontiac Solstice is newer by 24 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 2,384 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Pontiac Solstice is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Pontiac Solstice (173 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 79 more horse power than 1985 Nissan Bluebird. (94 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Pontiac Solstice should accelerate faster than 1985 Nissan Bluebird.
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 Pontiac Solstice (226 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 74 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Nissan Bluebird. (152 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2009 Pontiac Solstice will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Nissan Bluebird.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Nissan Bluebird | 2009 Pontiac Solstice | |
| Make | Nissan | Pontiac |
| Model | Bluebird | Solstice |
| Year Released | 1985 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1951 cc | 2384 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 94 HP | 173 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 152 Nm | 226 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1280 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2420 mm |
