2012 Infiniti FX vs. 1980 Nissan Bluebird
To start off, 2012 Infiniti FX is newer by 32 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 3,500 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Infiniti FX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Infiniti FX (303 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 183 more horse power than 1980 Nissan Bluebird. (120 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2012 Infiniti FX should accelerate faster than 1980 Nissan Bluebird. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Infiniti FX weights approximately 673 kg more than 1980 Nissan Bluebird. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2012 Infiniti FX is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1980 Nissan Bluebird. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Infiniti FX will offer significantly more control. 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 Infiniti FX (355 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 185 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Nissan Bluebird. (170 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2012 Infiniti FX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Nissan Bluebird.
Compare all specifications:
2012 Infiniti FX | 1980 Nissan Bluebird | |
Make | Infiniti | Nissan |
Model | FX | Bluebird |
Year Released | 2012 | 1980 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3500 cc | 2393 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 303 HP | 120 HP |
Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 355 Nm | 170 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | AWD | Rear |
Transmission Type | 7-speed shiftable automatic | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 1943 kg | 1270 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4865 mm | 4360 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1925 mm | 1660 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1680 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2885 mm | 2530 mm |