1988 Honda Prelude vs. 1980 Nissan Bluebird
To start off, 1988 Honda Prelude is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Nissan Bluebird. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Nissan Bluebird would be higher. At 1,956 cc (4 cylinders), 1988 Honda Prelude is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Honda Prelude (112 HP) has 53 more horse power than 1980 Nissan Bluebird. (59 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1988 Honda Prelude should accelerate faster than 1980 Nissan Bluebird. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Nissan Bluebird weights approximately 85 kg more than 1988 Honda Prelude.
Let's talk about torque, 1988 Honda Prelude (157 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 41 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Nissan Bluebird. (116 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1988 Honda Prelude will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Nissan Bluebird.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Honda Prelude | 1980 Nissan Bluebird | |
| Make | Honda | Nissan |
| Model | Prelude | Bluebird |
| Year Released | 1988 | 1980 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1956 cc | 1951 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 112 HP | 59 HP |
| Torque | 157 Nm | 116 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Vehicle Weight | 1105 kg | 1190 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 4360 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2530 mm |
