1966 Nissan Bluebird vs. 2013 Honda Pilot
To start off, 2013 Honda Pilot is newer by 47 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Nissan Bluebird. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Nissan Bluebird would be higher. At 3,471 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 Honda Pilot is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Honda Pilot (247 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 200 more horse power than 1966 Nissan Bluebird. (47 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Honda Pilot should accelerate faster than 1966 Nissan Bluebird. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Honda Pilot weights approximately 996 kg more than 1966 Nissan Bluebird. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1966 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 1966 Nissan Bluebird. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Honda Pilot, 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, 2013 Honda Pilot (343 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 254 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Nissan Bluebird. (89 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2013 Honda Pilot will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Nissan Bluebird.
Compare all specifications:
1966 Nissan Bluebird | 2013 Honda Pilot | |
Make | Nissan | Honda |
Model | Bluebird | Pilot |
Year Released | 1966 | 2013 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1189 cc | 3471 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 47 HP | 247 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5700 RPM |
Torque | 89 Nm | 343 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Vehicle Weight | 960 kg | 1956 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4000 mm | 4861 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1500 mm | 1995 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1846 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2390 mm | 2775 mm |