1986 Nissan Bluebird vs. 2012 Opel Antara
To start off, 2012 Opel Antara is newer by 26 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 1,990 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Opel Antara is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Opel Antara (148 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 82 more horse power than 1986 Nissan Bluebird. (66 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Opel Antara should accelerate faster than 1986 Nissan Bluebird. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Opel Antara weights approximately 799 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 2012 Opel Antara 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, 2012 Opel Antara 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, 2012 Opel Antara (320 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 196 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Nissan Bluebird. (124 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2012 Opel Antara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Nissan Bluebird. 2012 Opel Antara has automatic transmission and 1986 Nissan Bluebird has manual transmission. 1986 Nissan Bluebird will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2012 Opel Antara will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1986 Nissan Bluebird | 2012 Opel Antara | |
Make | Nissan | Opel |
Model | Bluebird | Antara |
Year Released | 1986 | 2012 |
Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1952 cc | 1990 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 66 HP | 148 HP |
Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 124 Nm | 320 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1056 kg | 1855 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 4580 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1710 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2710 mm |