2008 Jeep Patriot vs. 1986 Nissan Bluebird
To start off, 2008 Jeep Patriot is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Nissan Bluebird. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Nissan Bluebird would be higher. At 2,360 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Jeep Patriot is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Jeep Patriot (172 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 83 more horse power than 1986 Nissan Bluebird. (89 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Jeep Patriot should accelerate faster than 1986 Nissan Bluebird. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Jeep Patriot weights approximately 873 kg more than 1986 Nissan Bluebird. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2008 Jeep Patriot is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1986 Nissan Bluebird. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Jeep Patriot will offer significantly more control. 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, 2008 Jeep Patriot (224 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 74 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Nissan Bluebird. (150 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2008 Jeep Patriot will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Nissan Bluebird.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Jeep Patriot | 1986 Nissan Bluebird | |
| Make | Jeep | Nissan |
| Model | Patriot | Bluebird |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1986 |
| Body Type | SUV | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2360 cc | 1808 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 172 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 224 Nm | 150 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1978 kg | 1105 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4420 mm | 4380 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1640 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2560 mm |
