1997 Jeep Cherokee vs. 1981 Nissan Bluebird
To start off, 1997 Jeep Cherokee is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Nissan Bluebird. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Nissan Bluebird would be higher. At 2,463 cc (4 cylinders), 1997 Jeep Cherokee is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Jeep Cherokee (120 HP) has 39 more horse power than 1981 Nissan Bluebird. (81 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Jeep Cherokee should accelerate faster than 1981 Nissan Bluebird. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Jeep Cherokee weights approximately 380 kg more than 1981 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, 1997 Jeep Cherokee (194 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 73 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Nissan Bluebird. (121 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1997 Jeep Cherokee will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Nissan Bluebird.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Jeep Cherokee | 1981 Nissan Bluebird | |
| Make | Jeep | Nissan |
| Model | Cherokee | Bluebird |
| Year Released | 1997 | 1981 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2463 cc | 1595 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 120 HP | 81 HP |
| Torque | 194 Nm | 121 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1380 kg | 1000 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4260 mm | 4360 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1640 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2530 mm |
