2008 Ford Ka vs. 1990 Nissan Bluebird
To start off, 2008 Ford Ka is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Nissan Bluebird. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Nissan Bluebird would be higher. At 1,598 cc (4 cylinders), 1990 Nissan Bluebird is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Nissan Bluebird (81 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 2008 Ford Ka. (69 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1990 Nissan Bluebird should accelerate faster than 2008 Ford Ka. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Nissan Bluebird weights approximately 44 kg more than 2008 Ford Ka. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear 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, 1990 Nissan Bluebird (126 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Ford Ka. (106 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1990 Nissan Bluebird will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Ford Ka.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Ford Ka | 1990 Nissan Bluebird | |
| Make | Ford | Nissan |
| Model | Ka | Bluebird |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1990 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1299 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 69 HP | 81 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 106 Nm | 126 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 966 kg | 1010 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3630 mm | 4380 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2560 mm |
