1987 Nissan Bluebird vs. 2006 Opel Astra
To start off, 2006 Opel Astra is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Nissan Bluebird. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Nissan Bluebird would be higher. Both 1987 Nissan Bluebird and 2006 Opel Astra are equipped with a 1,598 cc engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Opel Astra (104 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 1987 Nissan Bluebird. (81 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Opel Astra should accelerate faster than 1987 Nissan Bluebird. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Opel Astra weights approximately 305 kg more than 1987 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, 2006 Opel Astra (150 Nm @ 3900 RPM) has 24 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Nissan Bluebird. (126 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2006 Opel Astra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Nissan Bluebird.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Nissan Bluebird | 2006 Opel Astra | |
| Make | Nissan | Opel |
| Model | Bluebird | Astra |
| Year Released | 1987 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1598 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 81 HP | 104 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 126 Nm | 150 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3900 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1010 kg | 1315 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 4520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2710 mm |
