2006 Honda Element vs. 1971 Nissan Bluebird
To start off, 2006 Honda Element 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 2,359 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Honda Element is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Honda Element (156 HP) has 75 more horse power than 1971 Nissan Bluebird. (81 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Honda Element should accelerate faster than 1971 Nissan Bluebird. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Honda Element weights approximately 975 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 Honda Element (217 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 70 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Nissan Bluebird. (147 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2006 Honda Element will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Nissan Bluebird.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Honda Element | 1971 Nissan Bluebird | |
| Make | Honda | Nissan |
| Model | Element | Bluebird |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1971 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2359 cc | 1770 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 156 HP | 81 HP |
| Torque | 217 Nm | 147 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1990 kg | 1015 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4310 mm | 4220 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1790 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2510 mm |
