1990 Nissan Bluebird vs. 2010 GMC Savana
To start off, 2010 GMC Savana is newer by 20 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 5,300 cc (8 cylinders), 2010 GMC Savana is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 GMC Savana (310 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 229 more horse power than 1990 Nissan Bluebird. (81 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 GMC Savana should accelerate faster than 1990 Nissan Bluebird. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 GMC Savana weights approximately 1392 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 2010 GMC Savana 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 2010 GMC Savana. 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, 2010 GMC Savana (452 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 326 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Nissan Bluebird. (126 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2010 GMC Savana will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Nissan Bluebird. 2010 GMC Savana 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. 2010 GMC Savana will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Nissan Bluebird | 2010 GMC Savana | |
| Make | Nissan | GMC |
| Model | Bluebird | Savana |
| Year Released | 1990 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Van |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1598 cc | 5300 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 81 HP | 310 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 126 Nm | 452 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1010 kg | 2402 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 5692 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 2017 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 2073 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 3429 mm |
