2002 MCC ForTwo vs. 1981 Nissan Bluebird
To start off, 2002 MCC ForTwo is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Nissan Bluebird. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Nissan Bluebird would be higher. At 1,595 cc (4 cylinders), 1981 Nissan Bluebird is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1981 Nissan Bluebird (81 HP) has 37 more horse power than 2002 MCC ForTwo. (44 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1981 Nissan Bluebird should accelerate faster than 2002 MCC ForTwo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Nissan Bluebird weights approximately 320 kg more than 2002 MCC ForTwo. 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, 1981 Nissan Bluebird (121 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 51 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 MCC ForTwo. (70 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1981 Nissan Bluebird will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 MCC ForTwo.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 MCC ForTwo | 1981 Nissan Bluebird | |
| Make | MCC | Nissan |
| Model | ForTwo | Bluebird |
| Year Released | 2002 | 1981 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 599 cc | 1595 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 44 HP | 81 HP |
| Torque | 70 Nm | 121 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 680 kg | 1000 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 2510 mm | 4360 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 1810 mm | 2530 mm |
