1994 Fiat Ulysse vs. 1980 Nissan Bluebird
To start off, 1994 Fiat Ulysse is newer by 14 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 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 1994 Fiat Ulysse is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Fiat Ulysse (145 HP) has 86 more horse power than 1980 Nissan Bluebird. (59 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1994 Fiat Ulysse should accelerate faster than 1980 Nissan Bluebird. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Fiat Ulysse weights approximately 460 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.
Let's talk about torque, 1994 Fiat Ulysse (235 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 119 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Nissan Bluebird. (116 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1994 Fiat Ulysse will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Nissan Bluebird.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Fiat Ulysse | 1980 Nissan Bluebird | |
| Make | Fiat | Nissan |
| Model | Ulysse | Bluebird |
| Year Released | 1994 | 1980 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 1951 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 145 HP | 59 HP |
| Torque | 235 Nm | 116 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Vehicle Weight | 1650 kg | 1190 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 4360 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1720 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2530 mm |
