2004 Mazda MX-5 Miata vs. 1980 Nissan Bluebird
To start off, 2004 Mazda MX-5 Miata is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Nissan Bluebird. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Nissan Bluebird would be higher. At 1,837 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Mazda MX-5 Miata is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Mazda MX-5 Miata (139 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 50 more horse power than 1980 Nissan Bluebird. (89 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Mazda MX-5 Miata should accelerate faster than 1980 Nissan Bluebird. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Mazda MX-5 Miata weights approximately 805 kg more than 1980 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 MX-5 Miata (168 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 36 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Nissan Bluebird. (132 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2004 Mazda MX-5 Miata will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Nissan Bluebird. 1980 Nissan Bluebird has automatic transmission and 2004 Mazda MX-5 Miata has manual transmission. 2004 Mazda MX-5 Miata will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1980 Nissan Bluebird will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2004 Mazda MX-5 Miata | 1980 Nissan Bluebird | |
Make | Mazda | Nissan |
Model | MX-5 Miata | Bluebird |
Year Released | 2004 | 1980 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1837 cc | 1595 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 139 HP | 89 HP |
Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 168 Nm | 132 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 1785 kg | 980 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3980 mm | 4360 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1660 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1230 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2530 mm |