2003 Nissan Pickup vs. 1987 Nissan Bluebird
To start off, 2003 Nissan Pickup is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Nissan Bluebird. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Nissan Bluebird would be higher. At 2,488 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Nissan Pickup is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Nissan Pickup (132 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 51 more horse power than 1987 Nissan Bluebird. (81 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Nissan Pickup should accelerate faster than 1987 Nissan Bluebird. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Nissan Pickup weights approximately 755 kg more than 1987 Nissan Bluebird. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2003 Nissan Pickup is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1987 Nissan Bluebird. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 Nissan Pickup 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, 2003 Nissan Pickup (304 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 178 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Nissan Bluebird. (126 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2003 Nissan Pickup will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Nissan Bluebird.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Nissan Pickup | 1987 Nissan Bluebird | |
| Make | Nissan | Nissan |
| Model | Pickup | Bluebird |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1987 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2488 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 132 HP | 81 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 304 Nm | 126 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1765 kg | 1010 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4990 mm | 4380 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1610 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2960 mm | 2560 mm |
