1989 Nissan Bluebird vs. 1983 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 1989 Nissan Bluebird is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Toyota Corolla. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Toyota Corolla would be higher. At 1,597 cc (4 cylinders), 1989 Nissan Bluebird is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1983 Toyota Corolla (122 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 41 more horse power than 1989 Nissan Bluebird. (81 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1983 Toyota Corolla should accelerate faster than 1989 Nissan Bluebird.
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, 1983 Toyota Corolla (143 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 17 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Nissan Bluebird. (126 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1983 Toyota Corolla will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Nissan Bluebird.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Nissan Bluebird | 1983 Toyota Corolla | |
| Make | Nissan | Toyota |
| Model | Bluebird | Corolla |
| Year Released | 1989 | 1983 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1597 cc | 1587 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 81 HP | 122 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 126 Nm | 143 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 4190 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2410 mm |
