1986 Nissan Bluebird vs. 1994 Rover 400
To start off, 1994 Rover 400 is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Nissan Bluebird. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Nissan Bluebird would be higher. At 1,952 cc (4 cylinders), 1986 Nissan Bluebird is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Rover 400 (88 HP @ 4300 RPM) has 22 more horse power than 1986 Nissan Bluebird. (66 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1994 Rover 400 should accelerate faster than 1986 Nissan Bluebird. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Rover 400 weights approximately 184 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, 1994 Rover 400 (180 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 56 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Nissan Bluebird. (124 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1994 Rover 400 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Nissan Bluebird.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Nissan Bluebird | 1994 Rover 400 | |
| Make | Nissan | Rover |
| Model | Bluebird | 400 |
| Year Released | 1986 | 1994 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1952 cc | 1769 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 66 HP | 88 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Torque | 124 Nm | 180 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 1056 kg | 1240 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 4370 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2560 mm |
