2005 Honda Civic vs. 1986 Nissan Bluebird
To start off, 2005 Honda Civic is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Nissan Bluebird. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Nissan Bluebird would be higher. At 1,971 cc (4 cylinders), 1986 Nissan Bluebird is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Nissan Bluebird (101 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 2005 Honda Civic. (100 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1986 Nissan Bluebird should accelerate faster than 2005 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Nissan Bluebird weights approximately 84 kg more than 2005 Honda Civic. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1986 Nissan Bluebird (163 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 24 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Honda Civic. (139 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1986 Nissan Bluebird will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Honda Civic | 1986 Nissan Bluebird | |
| Make | Honda | Nissan |
| Model | Civic | Bluebird |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1986 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1492 cc | 1971 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 101 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 139 Nm | 163 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1096 kg | 1180 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2560 mm |
