2006 Acura RSX vs. 1971 Nissan Bluebird
To start off, 2006 Acura RSX is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Nissan Bluebird. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Nissan Bluebird would be higher. At 1,999 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Acura RSX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Acura RSX (155 HP) has 74 more horse power than 1971 Nissan Bluebird. (81 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Acura RSX should accelerate faster than 1971 Nissan Bluebird. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Acura RSX weights approximately 259 kg more than 1971 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, 2006 Acura RSX (188 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 41 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Nissan Bluebird. (147 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2006 Acura RSX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Nissan Bluebird.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Acura RSX | 1971 Nissan Bluebird | |
| Make | Acura | Nissan |
| Model | RSX | Bluebird |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1971 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1999 cc | 1770 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 155 HP | 81 HP |
| Torque | 188 Nm | 147 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Vehicle Weight | 1274 kg | 1015 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 4220 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2510 mm |
