2007 Jeep Compass vs. 1980 Nissan Bluebird
To start off, 2007 Jeep Compass is newer by 27 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 2,397 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Jeep Compass is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Jeep Compass (180 HP) has 121 more horse power than 1980 Nissan Bluebird. (59 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Jeep Compass should accelerate faster than 1980 Nissan Bluebird. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Jeep Compass weights approximately 410 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, 2007 Jeep Compass (488 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 372 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Nissan Bluebird. (116 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2007 Jeep Compass will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Nissan Bluebird.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Jeep Compass | 1980 Nissan Bluebird | |
| Make | Jeep | Nissan |
| Model | Compass | Bluebird |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1980 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2397 cc | 1951 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 180 HP | 59 HP |
| Torque | 488 Nm | 116 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
| Vehicle Weight | 1600 kg | 1190 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4410 mm | 4360 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1640 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2530 mm |
