1999 Chevrolet Tahoe vs. 1985 Nissan Bluebird
To start off, 1999 Chevrolet Tahoe is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Nissan Bluebird. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Nissan Bluebird would be higher. At 5,698 cc (8 cylinders), 1999 Chevrolet Tahoe is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Chevrolet Tahoe (247 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 153 more horse power than 1985 Nissan Bluebird. (94 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Chevrolet Tahoe should accelerate faster than 1985 Nissan Bluebird. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Chevrolet Tahoe weights approximately 1195 kg more than 1985 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, 1999 Chevrolet Tahoe (454 Nm) has 302 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Nissan Bluebird. (152 Nm). This means 1999 Chevrolet Tahoe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Nissan Bluebird.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Chevrolet Tahoe | 1985 Nissan Bluebird | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Nissan |
| Model | Tahoe | Bluebird |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1985 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5698 cc | 1951 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 247 HP | 94 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 454 Nm | 152 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 2325 kg | 1130 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5580 mm | 4430 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1870 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3310 mm | 2530 mm |
