2006 Honda Accord vs. 1986 Nissan Bluebird
To start off, 2006 Honda Accord is newer by 20 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 2,360 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Honda Accord (166 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 77 more horse power than 1986 Nissan Bluebird. (89 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 1986 Nissan Bluebird. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Honda Accord weights approximately 419 kg more than 1986 Nissan Bluebird. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 Honda Accord is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1986 Nissan Bluebird. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 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, 2006 Honda Accord (217 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 67 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Nissan Bluebird. (150 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2006 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Nissan Bluebird.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Honda Accord | 1986 Nissan Bluebird | |
Make | Honda | Nissan |
Model | Accord | Bluebird |
Year Released | 2006 | 1986 |
Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2360 cc | 1808 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 166 HP | 89 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 217 Nm | 150 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1524 kg | 1105 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4380 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2560 mm |