2006 Acura RSX vs. 1972 Nissan Bluebird
To start off, 2006 Acura RSX is newer by 34 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Nissan Bluebird. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 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 @ 6500 RPM) has 79 more horse power than 1972 Nissan Bluebird. (76 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Acura RSX should accelerate faster than 1972 Nissan Bluebird. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Acura RSX weights approximately 319 kg more than 1972 Nissan Bluebird. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1972 Nissan Bluebird is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1972 Nissan Bluebird. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Acura RSX, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2006 Acura RSX (188 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 53 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Nissan Bluebird. (135 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2006 Acura RSX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Nissan Bluebird.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Acura RSX | 1972 Nissan Bluebird | |
| Make | Acura | Nissan |
| Model | RSX | Bluebird |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1999 cc | 1595 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 155 HP | 76 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 188 Nm | 135 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1274 kg | 955 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 |
