2012 Cadillac CTS vs. 1984 Nissan Bluebird
To start off, 2012 Cadillac CTS is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Nissan Bluebird. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Nissan Bluebird would be higher. At 3,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Cadillac CTS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Cadillac CTS (270 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 176 more horse power than 1984 Nissan Bluebird. (94 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2012 Cadillac CTS should accelerate faster than 1984 Nissan Bluebird. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Cadillac CTS weights approximately 614 kg more than 1984 Nissan Bluebird. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2012 Cadillac CTS (302 Nm @ 5700 RPM) has 150 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Nissan Bluebird. (152 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2012 Cadillac CTS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Nissan Bluebird. 1984 Nissan Bluebird has automatic transmission and 2012 Cadillac CTS has manual transmission. 2012 Cadillac CTS will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1984 Nissan Bluebird will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2012 Cadillac CTS | 1984 Nissan Bluebird | |
| Make | Cadillac | Nissan |
| Model | CTS | Bluebird |
| Year Released | 2012 | 1984 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3000 cc | 1952 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 270 HP | 94 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 302 Nm | 152 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5700 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | 6-speed manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1748 kg | 1134 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4877 mm | 4430 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1842 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1473 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 2530 mm |
