2007 Honda Accord vs. 1988 Nissan Bluebird
To start off, 2007 Honda Accord is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Nissan Bluebird. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Nissan Bluebird would be higher. At 2,354 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Honda Accord (167 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 86 more horse power than 1988 Nissan Bluebird. (81 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 1988 Nissan Bluebird. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Honda Accord weights approximately 65 kg more than 1988 Nissan Bluebird. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 Honda Accord is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1988 Nissan Bluebird. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 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, 2007 Honda Accord (217 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 91 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Nissan Bluebird. (126 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2007 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Nissan Bluebird.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Honda Accord | 1988 Nissan Bluebird | |
Make | Honda | Nissan |
Model | Accord | Bluebird |
Year Released | 2007 | 1988 |
Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2354 cc | 1598 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 167 HP | 81 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 217 Nm | 126 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1075 kg | 1010 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 4380 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2560 mm |