1987 Nissan Bluebird vs. 2010 Peugeot 307
To start off, 2010 Peugeot 307 is newer by 23 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. At 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Peugeot 307 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Peugeot 307 (139 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 58 more horse power than 1987 Nissan Bluebird. (81 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Peugeot 307 should accelerate faster than 1987 Nissan Bluebird. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Peugeot 307 weights approximately 381 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, 2010 Peugeot 307 (200 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 74 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Nissan Bluebird. (126 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2010 Peugeot 307 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Nissan Bluebird.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Nissan Bluebird | 2010 Peugeot 307 | |
| Make | Nissan | Peugeot |
| Model | Bluebird | 307 |
| Year Released | 1987 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1598 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 81 HP | 139 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 126 Nm | 200 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1010 kg | 1391 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 3440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2710 mm |
