1986 Nissan Bluebird vs. 2012 Volkswagen GTI
To start off, 2012 Volkswagen GTI 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 2,000 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Volkswagen GTI is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Volkswagen GTI (232 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 143 more horse power than 1986 Nissan Bluebird. (89 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Volkswagen GTI should accelerate faster than 1986 Nissan Bluebird. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Volkswagen GTI weights approximately 296 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.
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, 2012 Volkswagen GTI (300 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 150 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Nissan Bluebird. (150 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2012 Volkswagen GTI will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Nissan Bluebird.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Nissan Bluebird | 2012 Volkswagen GTI | |
| Make | Nissan | Volkswagen |
| Model | Bluebird | GTI |
| Year Released | 1986 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1808 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 232 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 150 Nm | 300 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1105 kg | 1401 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 4213 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1786 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1501 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2578 mm |
