2000 Caterham 7 vs. 1991 Nissan Bluebird
To start off, 2000 Caterham 7 is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1991 Nissan Bluebird. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1991 Nissan Bluebird would be higher. At 1,598 cc (4 cylinders), 1991 Nissan Bluebird is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Caterham 7 (170 HP @ 10750 RPM) has 89 more horse power than 1991 Nissan Bluebird. (81 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Caterham 7 should accelerate faster than 1991 Nissan Bluebird. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Nissan Bluebird weights approximately 570 kg more than 2000 Caterham 7.
Because 2000 Caterham 7 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2000 Caterham 7. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1991 Nissan Bluebird, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1991 Nissan Bluebird (126 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 1 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Caterham 7. (125 Nm @ 8250 RPM). This means 1991 Nissan Bluebird will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Caterham 7.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Caterham 7 | 1991 Nissan Bluebird | |
| Make | Caterham | Nissan |
| Model | 7 | Bluebird |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1991 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1137 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 170 HP | 81 HP |
| Engine RPM | 10750 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 125 Nm | 126 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 8250 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 440 kg | 1010 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3110 mm | 4380 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1010 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2560 mm |
