1990 Nissan Bluebird vs. 2001 Opel Vectra
To start off, 2001 Opel Vectra is newer by 11 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 2,196 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Opel Vectra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Opel Vectra (142 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 61 more horse power than 1990 Nissan Bluebird. (81 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Opel Vectra should accelerate faster than 1990 Nissan Bluebird. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Opel Vectra weights approximately 305 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.
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, 2001 Opel Vectra (203 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 77 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Nissan Bluebird. (126 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2001 Opel Vectra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Nissan Bluebird.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Nissan Bluebird | 2001 Opel Vectra | |
| Make | Nissan | Opel |
| Model | Bluebird | Vectra |
| Year Released | 1990 | 2001 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1598 cc | 2196 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 81 HP | 142 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 126 Nm | 203 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1010 kg | 1315 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 4600 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2650 mm |
