2007 Honda Pilot vs. 1988 Nissan Bluebird
To start off, 2007 Honda Pilot 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 3,471 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Honda Pilot is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Honda Pilot (244 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 163 more horse power than 1988 Nissan Bluebird. (81 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Honda Pilot should accelerate faster than 1988 Nissan Bluebird. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Honda Pilot weights approximately 1000 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 Pilot 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 Pilot 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 Pilot (325 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 199 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Nissan Bluebird. (126 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2007 Honda Pilot will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Nissan Bluebird. 2007 Honda Pilot has automatic transmission and 1988 Nissan Bluebird has manual transmission. 1988 Nissan Bluebird will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Honda Pilot will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Honda Pilot | 1988 Nissan Bluebird | |
| Make | Honda | Nissan |
| Model | Pilot | Bluebird |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1988 |
| Body Type | SUV | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3471 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 244 HP | 81 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 325 Nm | 126 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2010 kg | 1010 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 4380 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2560 mm |
