2009 GMC Sierra vs. 1983 Nissan Bluebird
To start off, 2009 GMC Sierra is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Nissan Bluebird. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Nissan Bluebird would be higher. At 5,967 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 GMC Sierra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 GMC Sierra (327 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 233 more horse power than 1983 Nissan Bluebird. (94 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 GMC Sierra should accelerate faster than 1983 Nissan Bluebird.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front 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, 2009 GMC Sierra (367 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 215 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Nissan Bluebird. (152 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2009 GMC Sierra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Nissan Bluebird.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 GMC Sierra | 1983 Nissan Bluebird | |
| Make | GMC | Nissan |
| Model | Sierra | Bluebird |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1983 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5967 cc | 1952 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 327 HP | 94 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5100 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 367 Nm | 152 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4100 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Length | 5850 mm | 4430 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1910 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2530 mm |
