1986 Nissan Bluebird vs. 1986 Saab 90
To start off, both 1986 Nissan Bluebird and 1986 Saab 90 were released in the same year (1986). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,985 cc (4 cylinders), 1986 Saab 90 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Saab 90 (100 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 34 more horse power than 1986 Nissan Bluebird. (66 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1986 Saab 90 should accelerate faster than 1986 Nissan Bluebird. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Saab 90 weights approximately 54 kg more than 1986 Nissan Bluebird. 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 Saab 90 (163 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 39 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Nissan Bluebird. (124 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1986 Saab 90 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Nissan Bluebird.
Compare all specifications:
1986 Nissan Bluebird | 1986 Saab 90 | |
Make | Nissan | Saab |
Model | Bluebird | 90 |
Year Released | 1986 | 1986 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1952 cc | 1985 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 66 HP | 100 HP |
Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 124 Nm | 163 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1056 kg | 1110 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 4590 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2470 mm |