1990 Nissan Bluebird vs. 1998 Porsche 911
To start off, 1998 Porsche 911 is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Nissan Bluebird. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Nissan Bluebird would be higher. At 3,163 cc (6 cylinders), 1998 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Porsche 911 (544 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 463 more horse power than 1990 Nissan Bluebird. (81 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 1990 Nissan Bluebird.
Because 1998 Porsche 911 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 1998 Porsche 911. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1990 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, 1998 Porsche 911 (600 Nm) has 474 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Nissan Bluebird. (126 Nm). This means 1998 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Nissan Bluebird. 1998 Porsche 911 has automatic transmission and 1990 Nissan Bluebird has manual transmission. 1990 Nissan Bluebird will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1998 Porsche 911 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1990 Nissan Bluebird | 1998 Porsche 911 | |
Make | Nissan | Porsche |
Model | Bluebird | 911 |
Year Released | 1990 | 1998 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 1598 cc | 3163 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 81 HP | 544 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 126 Nm | 600 Nm |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 4880 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1990 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1150 mm |