1995 Land Rover Discovery vs. 1987 Nissan Bluebird
To start off, 1995 Land Rover Discovery is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Nissan Bluebird. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Nissan Bluebird would be higher. At 3,946 cc (8 cylinders), 1995 Land Rover Discovery is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Land Rover Discovery (181 HP @ 4750 RPM) has 100 more horse power than 1987 Nissan Bluebird. (81 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Land Rover Discovery should accelerate faster than 1987 Nissan Bluebird. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Land Rover Discovery weights approximately 1080 kg more than 1987 Nissan Bluebird. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1995 Land Rover Discovery is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1987 Nissan Bluebird. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1995 Land Rover Discovery will offer significantly more control. 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, 1995 Land Rover Discovery (320 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 194 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Nissan Bluebird. (126 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1995 Land Rover Discovery will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Nissan Bluebird.
Compare all specifications:
1995 Land Rover Discovery | 1987 Nissan Bluebird | |
Make | Land Rover | Nissan |
Model | Discovery | Bluebird |
Year Released | 1995 | 1987 |
Body Type | SUV | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3946 cc | 1598 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 181 HP | 81 HP |
Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 320 Nm | 126 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2090 kg | 1010 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4380 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1920 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2560 mm |