1998 Nissan Patrol vs. 1980 Nissan Bluebird
To start off, 1998 Nissan Patrol 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 2,826 cc (6 cylinders), 1998 Nissan Patrol is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Nissan Patrol (129 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 40 more horse power than 1980 Nissan Bluebird. (89 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Nissan Patrol should accelerate faster than 1980 Nissan Bluebird. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Nissan Patrol weights approximately 1216 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.
Because 1998 Nissan Patrol is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1980 Nissan Bluebird. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1998 Nissan Patrol 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, 1998 Nissan Patrol (252 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 120 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Nissan Bluebird. (132 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1998 Nissan Patrol will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Nissan Bluebird.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Nissan Patrol | 1980 Nissan Bluebird | |
| Make | Nissan | Nissan |
| Model | Patrol | Bluebird |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1980 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2826 cc | 1595 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 129 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 252 Nm | 132 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 2196 kg | 980 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4950 mm | 4360 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1810 mm | 1410 mm |
