2004 Honda Civic vs. 1970 Nissan Bluebird
To start off, 2004 Honda Civic is newer by 34 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Nissan Bluebird. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Nissan Bluebird would be higher. At 1,668 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Honda Civic is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Honda Civic (118 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 56 more horse power than 1970 Nissan Bluebird. (62 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Honda Civic should accelerate faster than 1970 Nissan Bluebird. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Honda Civic weights approximately 249 kg more than 1970 Nissan Bluebird. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2004 Honda Civic (149 Nm) has 46 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Nissan Bluebird. (103 Nm). This means 2004 Honda Civic will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Nissan Bluebird.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Honda Civic | 1970 Nissan Bluebird | |
| Make | Honda | Nissan |
| Model | Civic | Bluebird |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1970 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1668 cc | 1296 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 62 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 149 Nm | 103 Nm |
| Vehicle Weight | 1154 kg | 905 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4130 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1570 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2590 mm | 2430 mm |
