1970 Nissan Bluebird vs. 2005 Honda Civic
To start off, 2005 Honda Civic is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Nissan Bluebird. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Nissan Bluebird would be higher. At 1,588 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Honda Civic is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Honda Civic (104 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 32 more horse power than 1970 Nissan Bluebird. (72 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Honda Civic should accelerate faster than 1970 Nissan Bluebird. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Nissan Bluebird weights approximately 90 kg more than 2005 Honda Civic.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Honda Civic (153 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 37 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Nissan Bluebird. (116 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2005 Honda Civic will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Nissan Bluebird.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Nissan Bluebird | 2005 Honda Civic | |
| Make | Nissan | Honda |
| Model | Bluebird | Civic |
| Year Released | 1970 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1427 cc | 1588 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 72 HP | 104 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 116 Nm | 153 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Vehicle Weight | 930 kg | 840 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4130 mm | 4290 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2630 mm |
