2001 Honda Accord vs. 1985 Nissan Bluebird
To start off, 2001 Honda Accord is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Nissan Bluebird. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Nissan Bluebird would be higher. At 2,995 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Nissan Bluebird (105 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 40 more horse power than 2001 Honda Accord. (65 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1985 Nissan Bluebird should accelerate faster than 2001 Honda Accord. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Honda Accord weights approximately 140 kg more than 1985 Nissan Bluebird.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than 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, 2001 Honda Accord (264 Nm) has 102 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Nissan Bluebird. (162 Nm). This means 2001 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Nissan Bluebird.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Honda Accord | 1985 Nissan Bluebird | |
| Make | Honda | Nissan |
| Model | Accord | Bluebird |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1985 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2995 cc | 1973 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 65 HP | 105 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 264 Nm | 162 Nm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 1310 kg | 1170 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 4410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2560 mm |
