1986 Honda Prelude vs. 1984 Nissan Bluebird
To start off, 1986 Honda Prelude is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Nissan Bluebird. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Nissan Bluebird would be higher. At 1,952 cc (4 cylinders), 1984 Nissan Bluebird is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Honda Prelude (107 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 1984 Nissan Bluebird. (94 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1986 Honda Prelude should accelerate faster than 1984 Nissan Bluebird. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Nissan Bluebird weights approximately 159 kg more than 1986 Honda Prelude.
Because 1984 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 1984 Nissan Bluebird. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1986 Honda Prelude, 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, 1986 Honda Prelude (155 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 3 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Nissan Bluebird. (152 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1986 Honda Prelude will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Nissan Bluebird.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Honda Prelude | 1984 Nissan Bluebird | |
| Make | Honda | Nissan |
| Model | Prelude | Bluebird |
| Year Released | 1986 | 1984 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1829 cc | 1952 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 107 HP | 94 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 155 Nm | 152 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 975 kg | 1134 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 4430 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2530 mm |
