1997 Honda CRX vs. 1961 Nissan Bluebird
To start off, 1997 Honda CRX is newer by 36 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Nissan Bluebird. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Nissan Bluebird would be higher. At 1,668 cc (4 cylinders), 1997 Honda CRX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Honda CRX (125 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 82 more horse power than 1961 Nissan Bluebird. (43 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Honda CRX should accelerate faster than 1961 Nissan Bluebird. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Honda CRX weights approximately 125 kg more than 1961 Nissan Bluebird. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1961 Nissan Bluebird is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1997 Honda CRX. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1961 Nissan Bluebird will offer significantly more control. 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, 1997 Honda CRX (141 Nm @ 5200 RPM) has 57 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Nissan Bluebird. (84 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1997 Honda CRX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Nissan Bluebird.
Compare all specifications:
1997 Honda CRX | 1961 Nissan Bluebird | |
Make | Honda | Nissan |
Model | CRX | Bluebird |
Year Released | 1997 | 1961 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1668 cc | 988 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 125 HP | 43 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 141 Nm | 84 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5200 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Vehicle Weight | 1050 kg | 925 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4010 mm | 3870 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1500 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1490 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2290 mm |