1998 Ascari Ecosse vs. 1980 Nissan Bluebird
To start off, 1998 Ascari Ecosse is newer by 18 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 4,722 cc (8 cylinders), 1998 Ascari Ecosse is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Ascari Ecosse (395 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 275 more horse power than 1980 Nissan Bluebird. (120 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Ascari Ecosse should accelerate faster than 1980 Nissan Bluebird. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Nissan Bluebird weights approximately 22 kg more than 1998 Ascari Ecosse.
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, 1998 Ascari Ecosse (678 Nm) has 508 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Nissan Bluebird. (170 Nm). This means 1998 Ascari Ecosse will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Nissan Bluebird.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Ascari Ecosse | 1980 Nissan Bluebird | |
| Make | Ascari | Nissan |
| Model | Ecosse | Bluebird |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1980 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 4722 cc | 2393 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 395 HP | 120 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 678 Nm | 170 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1248 kg | 1270 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 4360 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1130 mm | 1410 mm |
