1998 Honda Legend vs. 1972 Nissan Bluebird
To start off, 1998 Honda Legend is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Nissan Bluebird. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Nissan Bluebird would be higher. At 3,474 cc (6 cylinders), 1998 Honda Legend is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Honda Legend (205 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 133 more horse power than 1972 Nissan Bluebird. (72 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Honda Legend should accelerate faster than 1972 Nissan Bluebird. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Honda Legend weights approximately 795 kg more than 1972 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, 1998 Honda Legend (297 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 181 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Nissan Bluebird. (116 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1998 Honda Legend will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Nissan Bluebird.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Honda Legend | 1972 Nissan Bluebird | |
| Make | Honda | Nissan |
| Model | Legend | Bluebird |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3474 cc | 1428 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 205 HP | 72 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 297 Nm | 116 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Vehicle Weight | 1725 kg | 930 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4990 mm | 4130 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1570 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2920 mm | 2430 mm |
