1991 Nissan Bluebird vs. 2000 Proton Perdana
To start off, 2000 Proton Perdana is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1991 Nissan Bluebird. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1991 Nissan Bluebird would be higher. At 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Proton Perdana is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Proton Perdana (135 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 54 more horse power than 1991 Nissan Bluebird. (81 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Proton Perdana should accelerate faster than 1991 Nissan Bluebird. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Proton Perdana weights approximately 235 kg more than 1991 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, 2000 Proton Perdana (176 Nm @ 4750 RPM) has 50 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Nissan Bluebird. (126 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2000 Proton Perdana will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Nissan Bluebird.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Nissan Bluebird | 2000 Proton Perdana | |
| Make | Nissan | Proton |
| Model | Bluebird | Perdana |
| Year Released | 1991 | 2000 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1598 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 81 HP | 135 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 126 Nm | 176 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1010 kg | 1245 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 4620 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2640 mm |
