1990 Nissan Bluebird vs. 1999 Vauxhall Omega
To start off, 1999 Vauxhall Omega is newer by 9 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 2,498 cc (6 cylinders), 1999 Vauxhall Omega is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Vauxhall Omega (168 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 87 more horse power than 1990 Nissan Bluebird. (81 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Vauxhall Omega should accelerate faster than 1990 Nissan Bluebird. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Vauxhall Omega weights approximately 665 kg more than 1990 Nissan Bluebird. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1999 Vauxhall Omega 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 1999 Vauxhall Omega. 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, 1999 Vauxhall Omega (228 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 102 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Nissan Bluebird. (126 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1999 Vauxhall Omega will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Nissan Bluebird.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Nissan Bluebird | 1999 Vauxhall Omega | |
| Make | Nissan | Vauxhall |
| Model | Bluebird | Omega |
| Year Released | 1990 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1598 cc | 2498 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 81 HP | 168 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 126 Nm | 228 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1010 kg | 1675 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 4900 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2740 mm |
