1990 Alpine V6 vs. 1985 Nissan Bluebird
To start off, 1990 Alpine V6 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Nissan Bluebird. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Nissan Bluebird would be higher. At 2,458 cc (6 cylinders), 1990 Alpine V6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Alpine V6 (182 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 77 more horse power than 1985 Nissan Bluebird. (105 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Alpine V6 should accelerate faster than 1985 Nissan Bluebird. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Alpine V6 weights approximately 40 kg more than 1985 Nissan Bluebird. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1990 Alpine V6 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1990 Alpine V6. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1985 Nissan Bluebird, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1990 Alpine V6 (298 Nm @ 2250 RPM) has 136 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Nissan Bluebird. (162 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1990 Alpine V6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Nissan Bluebird.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Alpine V6 | 1985 Nissan Bluebird | |
| Make | Alpine | Nissan |
| Model | V6 | Bluebird |
| Year Released | 1990 | 1985 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 2458 cc | 1973 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 182 HP | 105 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 298 Nm | 162 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2250 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 1210 kg | 1170 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 4410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2560 mm |
