1994 Honda Accord vs. 1969 Nissan Bluebird

To start off, 1994 Honda Accord is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Nissan Bluebird. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Nissan Bluebird would be higher. At 2,156 cc (4 cylinders), 1994 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Honda Accord (149 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 87 more horse power than 1969 Nissan Bluebird. (62 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1994 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 1969 Nissan Bluebird. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Honda Accord weights approximately 500 kg more than 1969 Nissan Bluebird. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 1969 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 1969 Nissan Bluebird. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1994 Honda Accord, 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, 1994 Honda Accord (198 Nm) has 95 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Nissan Bluebird. (103 Nm). This means 1994 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Nissan Bluebird.

Compare all specifications:

1994 Honda Accord 1969 Nissan Bluebird
Make Honda Nissan
Model Accord Bluebird
Year Released 1994 1969
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 2156 cc 1296 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Horse Power 149 HP 62 HP
Engine RPM 5900 RPM 6000 RPM
Torque 198 Nm 103 Nm
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Front Rear
Vehicle Weight 1405 kg 905 kg
Vehicle Length 4780 mm 4130 mm
Vehicle Width 1790 mm 1570 mm
Vehicle Height 1430 mm 1410 mm


 

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