2004 Mazda B2300 vs. 1984 Nissan Bluebird
To start off, 2004 Mazda B2300 is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Nissan Bluebird. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Nissan Bluebird would be higher. At 2,262 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Mazda B2300 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Mazda B2300 (143 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 49 more horse power than 1984 Nissan Bluebird. (94 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Mazda B2300 should accelerate faster than 1984 Nissan Bluebird. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Mazda B2300 weights approximately 309 kg more than 1984 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, 2004 Mazda B2300 (209 Nm) has 57 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Nissan Bluebird. (152 Nm). This means 2004 Mazda B2300 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Nissan Bluebird.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Mazda B2300 | 1984 Nissan Bluebird | |
| Make | Mazda | Nissan |
| Model | B2300 | Bluebird |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1984 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2262 cc | 1952 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 143 HP | 94 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 209 Nm | 152 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1443 kg | 1134 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5130 mm | 4430 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3200 mm | 2530 mm |
