1986 Nissan Bluebird vs. 2002 Volkswagen New Beetle
To start off, 2002 Volkswagen New Beetle is newer by 16 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 1,808 cc (4 cylinders), 1986 Nissan Bluebird is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Nissan Bluebird (89 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 2002 Volkswagen New Beetle. (74 HP @ 5100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1986 Nissan Bluebird should accelerate faster than 2002 Volkswagen New Beetle. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Volkswagen New Beetle weights approximately 139 kg more than 1986 Nissan Bluebird.
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 25 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Volkswagen New Beetle. (125 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 1986 Nissan Bluebird will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Volkswagen New Beetle.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Nissan Bluebird | 2002 Volkswagen New Beetle | |
| Make | Nissan | Volkswagen |
| Model | Bluebird | New Beetle |
| Year Released | 1986 | 2002 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1808 cc | 1422 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5100 RPM |
| Torque | 150 Nm | 125 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3300 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1105 kg | 1244 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 4100 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1520 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2470 mm |
