1986 Nissan Bluebird vs. 1994 Xedos 6
To start off, 1994 Xedos 6 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 1,971 cc (4 cylinders), 1986 Nissan Bluebird is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Xedos 6 (106 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 1986 Nissan Bluebird. (101 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1994 Xedos 6 should accelerate faster than 1986 Nissan Bluebird. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Nissan Bluebird weights approximately 40 kg more than 1994 Xedos 6.
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 (163 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 25 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Xedos 6. (138 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1986 Nissan Bluebird will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Xedos 6.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Nissan Bluebird | 1994 Xedos 6 | |
| Make | Nissan | Xedos |
| Model | Bluebird | 6 |
| Year Released | 1986 | 1994 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1971 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 101 HP | 106 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 163 Nm | 138 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1180 kg | 1140 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 4570 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2620 mm |
