1986 Nissan Bluebird vs. 2006 Nissan Titan
To start off, 2006 Nissan Titan 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 5,556 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Nissan Titan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Nissan Titan (305 HP @ 4900 RPM) has 224 more horse power than 1986 Nissan Bluebird. (81 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Nissan Titan should accelerate faster than 1986 Nissan Bluebird. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Nissan Titan weights approximately 1306 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.
Because 2006 Nissan Titan is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1986 Nissan Bluebird. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Nissan Titan will offer significantly more control. 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, 2006 Nissan Titan (514 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 388 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Nissan Bluebird. (126 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2006 Nissan Titan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Nissan Bluebird.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Nissan Bluebird | 2006 Nissan Titan | |
| Make | Nissan | Nissan |
| Model | Bluebird | Titan |
| Year Released | 1986 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1596 cc | 5556 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 81 HP | 305 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4900 RPM |
| Torque | 126 Nm | 514 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1010 kg | 2316 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 5700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 2010 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1910 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 3560 mm |
