1996 Daihatsu Charade vs. 1980 Nissan Bluebird
To start off, 1996 Daihatsu Charade is newer by 16 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 1,951 cc (4 cylinders), 1980 Nissan Bluebird is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Daihatsu Charade (89 HP) has 30 more horse power than 1980 Nissan Bluebird. (59 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Daihatsu Charade should accelerate faster than 1980 Nissan Bluebird. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Nissan Bluebird weights approximately 350 kg more than 1996 Daihatsu Charade.
Let's talk about torque, 1996 Daihatsu Charade (121 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 5 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Nissan Bluebird. (116 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1996 Daihatsu Charade will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Nissan Bluebird.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Daihatsu Charade | 1980 Nissan Bluebird | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Nissan |
| Model | Charade | Bluebird |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1980 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1499 cc | 1951 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 59 HP |
| Torque | 121 Nm | 116 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Vehicle Weight | 840 kg | 1190 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3790 mm | 4360 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2400 mm | 2530 mm |
