1989 Nissan Bluebird vs. 2004 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 2004 Toyota Corolla is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Nissan Bluebird. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Nissan Bluebird would be higher. At 1,597 cc (4 cylinders), 1989 Nissan Bluebird is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Toyota Corolla (96 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 1989 Nissan Bluebird. (81 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Toyota Corolla should accelerate faster than 1989 Nissan Bluebird. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Toyota Corolla weights approximately 180 kg more than 1989 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, 2004 Toyota Corolla (130 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 4 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Nissan Bluebird. (126 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2004 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 | 2004 Toyota Corolla | |
Make | Nissan | Toyota |
Model | Bluebird | Corolla |
Year Released | 1989 | 2004 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1597 cc | 1398 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 81 HP | 96 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 126 Nm | 130 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1010 kg | 1190 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 4190 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1720 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1480 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2610 mm |