1996 Honda Accord vs. 1982 Nissan Bluebird

To start off, 1996 Honda Accord is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 Nissan Bluebird. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Nissan Bluebird would be higher. At 2,156 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Honda Accord (148 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 54 more horse power than 1982 Nissan Bluebird. (94 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 1982 Nissan Bluebird. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Honda Accord weights approximately 240 kg more than 1982 Nissan Bluebird. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 1982 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 1982 Nissan Bluebird. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1996 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, 1996 Honda Accord (200 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 48 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Nissan Bluebird. (152 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1996 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Nissan Bluebird.

Compare all specifications:

1996 Honda Accord 1982 Nissan Bluebird
Make Honda Nissan
Model Accord Bluebird
Year Released 1996 1982
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 2156 cc 1952 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Horse Power 148 HP 94 HP
Engine RPM 5600 RPM 5600 RPM
Torque 200 Nm 152 Nm
Torque RPM 4600 RPM 3200 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Front Rear
Transmission Type Automatic Automatic
Vehicle Weight 1370 kg 1130 kg
Vehicle Length 4680 mm 4430 mm
Vehicle Width 1720 mm 1660 mm
Vehicle Height 1390 mm 1400 mm
Wheelbase Size 2720 mm 2530 mm


 

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