1986 Nissan Bluebird vs. 1965 Peugeot 204
To start off, 1986 Nissan Bluebird is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Peugeot 204. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Peugeot 204 would be higher. At 1,808 cc (4 cylinders), 1986 Nissan Bluebird is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Nissan Bluebird (89 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 45 more horse power than 1965 Peugeot 204. (44 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1986 Nissan Bluebird should accelerate faster than 1965 Peugeot 204. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Nissan Bluebird weights approximately 215 kg more than 1965 Peugeot 204. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear 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, 1986 Nissan Bluebird (150 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 78 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Peugeot 204. (72 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1986 Nissan Bluebird will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Peugeot 204.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Nissan Bluebird | 1965 Peugeot 204 | |
| Make | Nissan | Peugeot |
| Model | Bluebird | 204 |
| Year Released | 1986 | 1965 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1808 cc | 1255 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 150 Nm | 72 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1105 kg | 890 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 3980 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2600 mm |
