2009 Daihatsu Charade vs. 1980 Nissan Bluebird
To start off, 2009 Daihatsu Charade is newer by 29 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 2,393 cc (6 cylinders), 1980 Nissan Bluebird is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1980 Nissan Bluebird (120 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 52 more horse power than 2009 Daihatsu Charade. (68 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1980 Nissan Bluebird should accelerate faster than 2009 Daihatsu Charade.
Because 1980 Nissan Bluebird 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 1980 Nissan Bluebird. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Daihatsu Charade, 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, 1980 Nissan Bluebird (170 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 76 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Daihatsu Charade. (94 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1980 Nissan Bluebird will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Daihatsu Charade. 1980 Nissan Bluebird has automatic transmission and 2009 Daihatsu Charade has manual transmission. 2009 Daihatsu Charade will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1980 Nissan Bluebird will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2009 Daihatsu Charade | 1980 Nissan Bluebird | |
Make | Daihatsu | Nissan |
Model | Charade | Bluebird |
Year Released | 2009 | 1980 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 998 cc | 2393 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 68 HP | 120 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 94 Nm | 170 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Vehicle Length | 3480 mm | 4360 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1660 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2530 mm |