2010 Dacia Duster vs. 1982 Nissan Bluebird
To start off, 2010 Dacia Duster is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 Nissan Bluebird. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Nissan Bluebird would be higher. At 1,952 cc (4 cylinders), 1982 Nissan Bluebird is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Dacia Duster (104 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 1982 Nissan Bluebird. (94 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2010 Dacia Duster should accelerate faster than 1982 Nissan Bluebird. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Dacia Duster weights approximately 70 kg more than 1982 Nissan Bluebird. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1982 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 1982 Nissan Bluebird. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Dacia Duster, 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, 1982 Nissan Bluebird (152 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 4 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Dacia Duster. (148 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 1982 Nissan Bluebird will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Dacia Duster. 1982 Nissan Bluebird has automatic transmission and 2010 Dacia Duster has manual transmission. 2010 Dacia Duster will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1982 Nissan Bluebird will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2010 Dacia Duster | 1982 Nissan Bluebird | |
| Make | Dacia | Nissan |
| Model | Duster | Bluebird |
| Year Released | 2010 | 1982 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1598 cc | 1952 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 104 HP | 94 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 148 Nm | 152 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1200 kg | 1130 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4315 mm | 4430 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1822 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1630 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2673 mm | 2530 mm |
