2002 Honda Accord vs. 1976 Nissan Bluebird
To start off, 2002 Honda Accord is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Nissan Bluebird. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Nissan Bluebird would be higher. At 2,354 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Honda Accord (187 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 67 more horse power than 1976 Nissan Bluebird. (120 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 1976 Nissan Bluebird. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Honda Accord weights approximately 415 kg more than 1976 Nissan Bluebird. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2002 Honda Accord is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1976 Nissan Bluebird. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 Honda Accord 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, 2002 Honda Accord (218 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 51 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Nissan Bluebird. (167 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2002 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Nissan Bluebird. 2002 Honda Accord has automatic transmission and 1976 Nissan Bluebird has manual transmission. 1976 Nissan Bluebird will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2002 Honda Accord will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Honda Accord | 1976 Nissan Bluebird | |
| Make | Honda | Nissan |
| Model | Accord | Bluebird |
| Year Released | 2002 | 1976 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2354 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 187 HP | 120 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 218 Nm | 167 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1590 kg | 1175 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 4460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2660 mm |
