2000 Honda Z vs. 1960 Nissan Bluebird
To start off, 2000 Honda Z is newer by 40 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 Nissan Bluebird. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 Nissan Bluebird would be higher. At 988 cc (4 cylinders), 1960 Nissan Bluebird is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Honda Z (51 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 1960 Nissan Bluebird. (43 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Honda Z should accelerate faster than 1960 Nissan Bluebird. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Honda Z weights approximately 35 kg more than 1960 Nissan Bluebird. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1960 Nissan Bluebird (84 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 23 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Honda Z. (61 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1960 Nissan Bluebird will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Honda Z.
Compare all specifications:
2000 Honda Z | 1960 Nissan Bluebird | |
Make | Honda | Nissan |
Model | Z | Bluebird |
Year Released | 2000 | 1960 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 656 cc | 988 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 51 HP | 43 HP |
Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 61 Nm | 84 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Vehicle Weight | 960 kg | 925 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3410 mm | 3870 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1500 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1680 mm | 1490 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2290 mm |