2009 Mazda 2 vs. 1990 Nissan Bluebird
To start off, 2009 Mazda 2 is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Nissan Bluebird. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Nissan Bluebird would be higher. At 1,598 cc (4 cylinders), 1990 Nissan Bluebird is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Nissan Bluebird (81 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 2009 Mazda 2. (74 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1990 Nissan Bluebird should accelerate faster than 2009 Mazda 2. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Mazda 2 weights approximately 115 kg more than 1990 Nissan Bluebird.
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, 1990 Nissan Bluebird (126 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 16 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Mazda 2. (110 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1990 Nissan Bluebird will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Mazda 2.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Mazda 2 | 1990 Nissan Bluebird | |
| Make | Mazda | Nissan |
| Model | 2 | Bluebird |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1990 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1242 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 81 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 110 Nm | 126 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1125 kg | 1010 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3930 mm | 4380 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1550 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2560 mm |
