1986 Nissan Bluebird vs. 2006 Nissan 1400
To start off, 2006 Nissan 1400 is newer by 20 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, 1986 Nissan Bluebird (101 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 38 more horse power than 2006 Nissan 1400. (63 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1986 Nissan Bluebird should accelerate faster than 2006 Nissan 1400. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Nissan 1400 weights approximately 395 kg more than 1986 Nissan Bluebird.
Because 2006 Nissan 1400 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2006 Nissan 1400. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1986 Nissan Bluebird, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 66 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Nissan 1400. (97 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1986 Nissan Bluebird will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Nissan 1400.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Nissan Bluebird | 2006 Nissan 1400 | |
| Make | Nissan | Nissan |
| Model | Bluebird | 1400 |
| Year Released | 1986 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1971 cc | 1397 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 101 HP | 63 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 163 Nm | 97 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1180 kg | 1575 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 5700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2310 mm |
