1982 Honda Prelude vs. 1983 Nissan Bluebird
To start off, 1983 Nissan Bluebird is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 Honda Prelude. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Honda Prelude would be higher. At 1,973 cc (4 cylinders), 1983 Nissan Bluebird is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1982 Honda Prelude (107 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 1983 Nissan Bluebird. (104 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1982 Honda Prelude should accelerate faster than 1983 Nissan Bluebird. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Nissan Bluebird weights approximately 75 kg more than 1982 Honda Prelude.
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, 1983 Nissan Bluebird (162 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 7 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Honda Prelude. (155 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1983 Nissan Bluebird will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Honda Prelude.
Compare all specifications:
1982 Honda Prelude | 1983 Nissan Bluebird | |
Make | Honda | Nissan |
Model | Prelude | Bluebird |
Year Released | 1982 | 1983 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1829 cc | 1973 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 107 HP | 104 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 155 Nm | 162 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Vehicle Weight | 1095 kg | 1170 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 4410 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2560 mm |