2006 Honda Insight vs. 1990 Nissan Bluebird
To start off, 2006 Honda Insight is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Nissan Bluebird. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Nissan Bluebird would be higher. At 1,598 cc (4 cylinders), 1990 Nissan Bluebird is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Nissan Bluebird (81 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 2006 Honda Insight. (73 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1990 Nissan Bluebird should accelerate faster than 2006 Honda Insight.
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, 1990 Nissan Bluebird (126 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 19 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Honda Insight. (107 Nm @ 1500 RPM). This means 1990 Nissan Bluebird will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Honda Insight.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Honda Insight | 1990 Nissan Bluebird | |
Make | Honda | Nissan |
Model | Insight | Bluebird |
Year Released | 2006 | 1990 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 999 cc | 1598 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 73 HP | 81 HP |
Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 107 Nm | 126 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1500 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Length | 3950 mm | 4380 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2560 mm |