1998 Bentley Turbo vs. 1980 Nissan Bluebird
To start off, 1998 Bentley Turbo 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 6,750 cc (8 cylinders), 1998 Bentley Turbo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Bentley Turbo (395 HP) has 314 more horse power than 1980 Nissan Bluebird. (81 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Bentley Turbo should accelerate faster than 1980 Nissan Bluebird. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Bentley Turbo weights approximately 1395 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.
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 Bentley Turbo (800 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 679 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Nissan Bluebird. (121 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1998 Bentley Turbo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Nissan Bluebird.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Bentley Turbo | 1980 Nissan Bluebird | |
| Make | Bentley | Nissan |
| Model | Turbo | Bluebird |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1980 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6750 cc | 1595 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 395 HP | 81 HP |
| Torque | 800 Nm | 121 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 2395 kg | 1000 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5400 mm | 4360 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2120 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3130 mm | 2530 mm |
