2007 Acura RDX vs. 1980 Nissan Bluebird
To start off, 2007 Acura RDX is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Nissan Bluebird. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Nissan Bluebird would be higher. At 2,393 cc (6 cylinders), 1980 Nissan Bluebird is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Acura RDX (240 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 120 more horse power than 1980 Nissan Bluebird. (120 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Acura RDX should accelerate faster than 1980 Nissan Bluebird.
Because 2007 Acura RDX is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1980 Nissan Bluebird. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Acura RDX 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, 2007 Acura RDX (353 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 183 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Nissan Bluebird. (170 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2007 Acura RDX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Nissan Bluebird.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Acura RDX | 1980 Nissan Bluebird | |
| Make | Acura | Nissan |
| Model | RDX | Bluebird |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1980 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2300 cc | 2393 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 240 HP | 120 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 353 Nm | 170 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Length | 4600 mm | 4360 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1660 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2530 mm |
