1988 Mitsubishi Starion vs. 1983 Nissan Bluebird
To start off, 1988 Mitsubishi Starion is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Nissan Bluebird. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Nissan Bluebird would be higher. At 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 1988 Mitsubishi Starion is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Mitsubishi Starion (102 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 1983 Nissan Bluebird. (94 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1988 Mitsubishi Starion should accelerate faster than 1983 Nissan Bluebird. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Nissan Bluebird weights approximately 5 kg more than 1988 Mitsubishi Starion.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front 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, 1988 Mitsubishi Starion (164 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 12 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Nissan Bluebird. (152 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1988 Mitsubishi Starion will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Nissan Bluebird.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Mitsubishi Starion | 1983 Nissan Bluebird | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | Nissan |
| Model | Starion | Bluebird |
| Year Released | 1988 | 1983 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 1952 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 102 HP | 94 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 164 Nm | 152 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1125 kg | 1130 kg |
