1981 Honda Accord vs. 1987 Nissan Bluebird
To start off, 1987 Nissan Bluebird is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Honda Accord. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Honda Accord would be higher. At 1,602 cc (4 cylinders), 1981 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Nissan Bluebird (81 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 1981 Honda Accord. (80 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1987 Nissan Bluebird should accelerate faster than 1981 Honda Accord. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Nissan Bluebird weights approximately 80 kg more than 1981 Honda Accord. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear 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, 1981 Honda Accord (127 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 1 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Nissan Bluebird. (126 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1981 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Nissan Bluebird.
Compare all specifications:
1981 Honda Accord | 1987 Nissan Bluebird | |
Make | Honda | Nissan |
Model | Accord | Bluebird |
Year Released | 1981 | 1987 |
Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1602 cc | 1598 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 80 HP | 81 HP |
Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 127 Nm | 126 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 930 kg | 1010 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 4380 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2390 mm | 2560 mm |