1998 Honda NSX vs. 1971 Nissan Bluebird
To start off, 1998 Honda NSX is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Nissan Bluebird. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Nissan Bluebird would be higher. At 3,179 cc (6 cylinders), 1998 Honda NSX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Honda NSX (276 HP) has 195 more horse power than 1971 Nissan Bluebird. (81 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Honda NSX should accelerate faster than 1971 Nissan Bluebird. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Honda NSX weights approximately 449 kg more than 1971 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 NSX (304 Nm @ 5300 RPM) has 157 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Nissan Bluebird. (147 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1998 Honda NSX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Nissan Bluebird.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Honda NSX | 1971 Nissan Bluebird | |
| Make | Honda | Nissan |
| Model | NSX | Bluebird |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1971 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 3179 cc | 1770 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 276 HP | 81 HP |
| Torque | 304 Nm | 147 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5300 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1464 kg | 1015 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4220 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2510 mm |
