2006 Mazda 6 vs. 1980 Nissan Bluebird
To start off, 2006 Mazda 6 is newer by 26 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 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Mazda 6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Mazda 6 (119 HP) has 60 more horse power than 1980 Nissan Bluebird. (59 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Mazda 6 should accelerate faster than 1980 Nissan Bluebird. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Mazda 6 weights approximately 320 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.
Let's talk about torque, 2006 Mazda 6 (310 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 194 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Nissan Bluebird. (116 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2006 Mazda 6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Nissan Bluebird.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Mazda 6 | 1980 Nissan Bluebird | |
| Make | Mazda | Nissan |
| Model | 6 | Bluebird |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1980 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 1951 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 119 HP | 59 HP |
| Torque | 310 Nm | 116 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
| Vehicle Weight | 1510 kg | 1190 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4690 mm | 4360 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2530 mm |
