1999 Cadillac Catera vs. 1980 Nissan Bluebird
To start off, 1999 Cadillac Catera is newer by 19 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 3,001 cc (6 cylinders), 1999 Cadillac Catera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Cadillac Catera (301 HP) has 242 more horse power than 1980 Nissan Bluebird. (59 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Cadillac Catera should accelerate faster than 1980 Nissan Bluebird. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Cadillac Catera weights approximately 376 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.
Let's talk about torque, 1999 Cadillac Catera (370 Nm) has 254 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Nissan Bluebird. (116 Nm). This means 1999 Cadillac Catera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Nissan Bluebird.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Cadillac Catera | 1980 Nissan Bluebird | |
| Make | Cadillac | Nissan |
| Model | Catera | Bluebird |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1980 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3001 cc | 1951 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 301 HP | 59 HP |
| Torque | 370 Nm | 116 Nm |
| Vehicle Weight | 1566 kg | 1190 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4930 mm | 4360 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2530 mm |
