1990 Nissan Bluebird vs. 2010 Kia Magentis
To start off, 2010 Kia Magentis 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 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Kia Magentis is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Kia Magentis (142 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 61 more horse power than 1990 Nissan Bluebird. (81 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Kia Magentis should accelerate faster than 1990 Nissan Bluebird. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Kia Magentis weights approximately 478 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, 2010 Kia Magentis (189 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 63 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Nissan Bluebird. (126 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2010 Kia Magentis will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Nissan Bluebird.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Nissan Bluebird | 2010 Kia Magentis | |
| Make | Nissan | Kia |
| Model | Bluebird | Magentis |
| Year Released | 1990 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1598 cc | 1998 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 | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 126 Nm | 189 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1010 kg | 1488 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 4740 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2730 mm |
