1993 Mercedes-Benz 200 vs. 1980 Nissan Bluebird
To start off, 1993 Mercedes-Benz 200 is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Nissan Bluebird. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Nissan Bluebird would be higher. At 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 1993 Mercedes-Benz 200 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Mercedes-Benz 200 (141 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 52 more horse power than 1980 Nissan Bluebird. (89 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1993 Mercedes-Benz 200 should accelerate faster than 1980 Nissan Bluebird. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Mercedes-Benz 200 weights approximately 410 kg more than 1980 Nissan Bluebird. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front 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, 1993 Mercedes-Benz 200 (273 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 141 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Nissan Bluebird. (132 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1993 Mercedes-Benz 200 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Nissan Bluebird. 1993 Mercedes-Benz 200 has automatic transmission and 1980 Nissan Bluebird has manual transmission. 1980 Nissan Bluebird will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1993 Mercedes-Benz 200 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Mercedes-Benz 200 | 1980 Nissan Bluebird | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Nissan |
| Model | 200 | Bluebird |
| Year Released | 1993 | 1980 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 1595 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 141 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 273 Nm | 132 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1390 kg | 980 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4360 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2530 mm |
