1991 Nissan Bluebird vs. 2010 Mitsubishi Lancer
To start off, 2010 Mitsubishi Lancer is newer by 19 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 2,400 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Mitsubishi Lancer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Mitsubishi Lancer (168 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 87 more horse power than 1991 Nissan Bluebird. (81 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Mitsubishi Lancer should accelerate faster than 1991 Nissan Bluebird. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Mitsubishi Lancer weights approximately 395 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, 2010 Mitsubishi Lancer (226 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 100 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Nissan Bluebird. (126 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2010 Mitsubishi Lancer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Nissan Bluebird.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Nissan Bluebird | 2010 Mitsubishi Lancer | |
| Make | Nissan | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Bluebird | Lancer |
| Year Released | 1991 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1598 cc | 2400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 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 | 226 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1010 kg | 1405 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 4582 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1763 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1516 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2634 mm |
