2007 Mini Cooper vs. 1980 Nissan Bluebird
To start off, 2007 Mini Cooper 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 1,951 cc (4 cylinders), 1980 Nissan Bluebird is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Mini Cooper (114 HP) has 55 more horse power than 1980 Nissan Bluebird. (59 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Mini Cooper should accelerate faster than 1980 Nissan Bluebird. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Nissan Bluebird weights approximately 65 kg more than 2007 Mini Cooper.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 Mini Cooper (150 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 34 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Nissan Bluebird. (116 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2007 Mini Cooper will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Nissan Bluebird.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Mini Cooper | 1980 Nissan Bluebird | |
| Make | Mini | Nissan |
| Model | Cooper | Bluebird |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1980 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1598 cc | 1951 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 59 HP |
| Torque | 150 Nm | 116 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Vehicle Weight | 1125 kg | 1190 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3630 mm | 4360 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2530 mm |
