1973 Honda Z vs. 1985 Nissan Bluebird
To start off, 1985 Nissan Bluebird is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Honda Z. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Honda Z would be higher. At 1,951 cc (4 cylinders), 1985 Nissan Bluebird is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Nissan Bluebird (94 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 62 more horse power than 1973 Honda Z. (32 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1985 Nissan Bluebird should accelerate faster than 1973 Honda Z. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Nissan Bluebird weights approximately 550 kg more than 1973 Honda Z. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1985 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 1985 Nissan Bluebird. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1973 Honda Z, 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, 1985 Nissan Bluebird (152 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 109 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Honda Z. (43 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1985 Nissan Bluebird will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Honda Z. 1985 Nissan Bluebird has automatic transmission and 1973 Honda Z has manual transmission. 1973 Honda Z will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1985 Nissan Bluebird will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Honda Z | 1985 Nissan Bluebird | |
| Make | Honda | Nissan |
| Model | Z | Bluebird |
| Year Released | 1973 | 1985 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 599 cc | 1951 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 32 HP | 94 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 43 Nm | 152 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 580 kg | 1130 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3140 mm | 4430 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1310 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2530 mm |
