1989 Lotus Esprit vs. 1980 Nissan Bluebird
To start off, 1989 Lotus Esprit is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Nissan Bluebird. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Nissan Bluebird would be higher. At 2,393 cc (6 cylinders), 1980 Nissan Bluebird is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Lotus Esprit (216 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 96 more horse power than 1980 Nissan Bluebird. (120 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 Lotus Esprit should accelerate faster than 1980 Nissan Bluebird. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Nissan Bluebird weights approximately 122 kg more than 1989 Lotus Esprit.
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, 1989 Lotus Esprit (298 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 128 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Nissan Bluebird. (170 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1989 Lotus Esprit will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Nissan Bluebird.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Lotus Esprit | 1980 Nissan Bluebird | |
| Make | Lotus | Nissan |
| Model | Esprit | Bluebird |
| Year Released | 1989 | 1980 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 2174 cc | 2393 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 216 HP | 120 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 298 Nm | 170 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1148 kg | 1270 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4200 mm | 4360 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1120 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2530 mm |
