2009 Citroen C2 vs. 1986 Nissan Bluebird
To start off, 2009 Citroen C2 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 1,952 cc (4 cylinders), 1986 Nissan Bluebird is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Nissan Bluebird (66 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 2009 Citroen C2. (59 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1986 Nissan Bluebird should accelerate faster than 2009 Citroen C2. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Nissan Bluebird weights approximately 126 kg more than 2009 Citroen C2. 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, 1986 Nissan Bluebird (124 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 30 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Citroen C2. (94 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1986 Nissan Bluebird will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Citroen C2.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Citroen C2 | 1986 Nissan Bluebird | |
| Make | Citroen | Nissan |
| Model | C2 | Bluebird |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1986 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1124 cc | 1952 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 66 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 94 Nm | 124 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 930 kg | 1056 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3670 mm | 4380 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2320 mm | 2560 mm |
