1992 Honda Prelude vs. 1980 Nissan Bluebird
To start off, 1992 Honda Prelude is newer by 12 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 1,996 cc (4 cylinders), 1992 Honda Prelude is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Honda Prelude (133 HP) has 74 more horse power than 1980 Nissan Bluebird. (59 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1992 Honda Prelude should accelerate faster than 1980 Nissan Bluebird. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Honda Prelude weights approximately 44 kg more than 1980 Nissan Bluebird. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1992 Honda Prelude (179 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 63 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Nissan Bluebird. (116 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1992 Honda Prelude will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Nissan Bluebird.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Honda Prelude | 1980 Nissan Bluebird | |
| Make | Honda | Nissan |
| Model | Prelude | Bluebird |
| Year Released | 1992 | 1980 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1996 cc | 1951 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 133 HP | 59 HP |
| Torque | 179 Nm | 116 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Vehicle Weight | 1234 kg | 1190 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 4360 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2530 mm |
