2001 Honda S-MX vs. 1988 Nissan Bluebird
To start off, 2001 Honda S-MX is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Nissan Bluebird. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Nissan Bluebird would be higher. At 1,973 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Honda S-MX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Honda S-MX (129 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 48 more horse power than 1988 Nissan Bluebird. (81 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Honda S-MX should accelerate faster than 1988 Nissan Bluebird. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Honda S-MX weights approximately 320 kg more than 1988 Nissan Bluebird. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2001 Honda S-MX is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1988 Nissan Bluebird. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 Honda S-MX 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, 2001 Honda S-MX (190 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 64 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Nissan Bluebird. (126 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2001 Honda S-MX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Nissan Bluebird.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Honda S-MX | 1988 Nissan Bluebird | |
| Make | Honda | Nissan |
| Model | S-MX | Bluebird |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1988 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1973 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 129 HP | 81 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 190 Nm | 126 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1330 kg | 1010 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3960 mm | 4380 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2560 mm |
