1988 Nissan Bluebird vs. 1980 Volkswagen Jetta
To start off, 1988 Nissan Bluebird is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Volkswagen Jetta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Volkswagen Jetta would be higher. At 1,598 cc (4 cylinders), 1988 Nissan Bluebird is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Nissan Bluebird (81 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 28 more horse power than 1980 Volkswagen Jetta. (53 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1988 Nissan Bluebird should accelerate faster than 1980 Volkswagen Jetta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Nissan Bluebird weights approximately 145 kg more than 1980 Volkswagen Jetta. 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, 1988 Nissan Bluebird (126 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 26 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Volkswagen Jetta. (100 Nm @ 2300 RPM). This means 1988 Nissan Bluebird will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Volkswagen Jetta.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Nissan Bluebird | 1980 Volkswagen Jetta | |
| Make | Nissan | Volkswagen |
| Model | Bluebird | Jetta |
| Year Released | 1988 | 1980 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1598 cc | 1588 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 81 HP | 53 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 126 Nm | 100 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2300 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1010 kg | 865 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 4200 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2410 mm |
