2009 Mini Cooper vs. 1980 Nissan Bluebird
To start off, 2009 Mini Cooper 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 1,951 cc (4 cylinders), 1980 Nissan Bluebird is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Mini Cooper (172 HP) has 113 more horse power than 1980 Nissan Bluebird. (59 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Mini Cooper should accelerate faster than 1980 Nissan Bluebird. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Nissan Bluebird weights approximately 65 kg more than 2009 Mini Cooper.
Let's talk about torque, 2009 Mini Cooper (240 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 124 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Nissan Bluebird. (116 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2009 Mini Cooper will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Nissan Bluebird.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Mini Cooper | 1980 Nissan Bluebird | |
| Make | Mini | Nissan |
| Model | Cooper | Bluebird |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1980 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1598 cc | 1951 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 172 HP | 59 HP |
| Torque | 240 Nm | 116 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Vehicle Weight | 1125 kg | 1190 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3720 mm | 4360 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1410 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1690 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2530 mm |
