1999 Honda HR-V vs. 1980 Nissan Bluebird
To start off, 1999 Honda HR-V is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Nissan Bluebird. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Nissan Bluebird would be higher. At 2,393 cc (6 cylinders), 1980 Nissan Bluebird is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1980 Nissan Bluebird (120 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 16 more horse power than 1999 Honda HR-V. (104 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1980 Nissan Bluebird should accelerate faster than 1999 Honda HR-V. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Nissan Bluebird weights approximately 90 kg more than 1999 Honda HR-V. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1999 Honda HR-V is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1980 Nissan Bluebird. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 Honda HR-V 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, 1980 Nissan Bluebird (170 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 34 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Honda HR-V. (136 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1980 Nissan Bluebird will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Honda HR-V.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Honda HR-V | 1980 Nissan Bluebird | |
| Make | Honda | Nissan |
| Model | HR-V | Bluebird |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1980 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1668 cc | 2393 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 104 HP | 120 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 136 Nm | 170 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1180 kg | 1270 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4020 mm | 4360 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1600 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2530 mm |
