1990 Ferrari Mondial vs. 1980 Nissan Bluebird
To start off, 1990 Ferrari Mondial is newer by 10 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 3,405 cc (8 cylinders), 1990 Ferrari Mondial is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Ferrari Mondial (295 HP) has 236 more horse power than 1980 Nissan Bluebird. (59 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Ferrari Mondial should accelerate faster than 1980 Nissan Bluebird. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Ferrari Mondial weights approximately 346 kg more than 1980 Nissan Bluebird. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1990 Ferrari Mondial (323 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 207 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Nissan Bluebird. (116 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1990 Ferrari Mondial will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Nissan Bluebird.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Ferrari Mondial | 1980 Nissan Bluebird | |
| Make | Ferrari | Nissan |
| Model | Mondial | Bluebird |
| Year Released | 1990 | 1980 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 3405 cc | 1951 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 295 HP | 59 HP |
| Torque | 323 Nm | 116 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Vehicle Weight | 1536 kg | 1190 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4540 mm | 4360 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1240 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2530 mm |
