2009 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 1986 Nissan Bluebird
To start off, 2009 Chevrolet Corvette is newer by 23 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 7,011 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Chevrolet Corvette (505 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 404 more horse power than 1986 Nissan Bluebird. (101 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 1986 Nissan Bluebird. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Chevrolet Corvette weights approximately 315 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 2009 Chevrolet Corvette is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2009 Chevrolet Corvette. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1986 Nissan Bluebird, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2009 Chevrolet Corvette (635 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 472 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Nissan Bluebird. (163 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2009 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Nissan Bluebird.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Chevrolet Corvette | 1986 Nissan Bluebird | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Nissan |
| Model | Corvette | Bluebird |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1986 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 7011 cc | 1971 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 505 HP | 101 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 635 Nm | 163 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1495 kg | 1180 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4380 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2560 mm |
