2008 Honda Accord vs. 1975 Nissan Bluebird

To start off, 2008 Honda Accord is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Nissan Bluebird. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Nissan Bluebird would be higher. At 3,469 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Honda Accord (268 HP) has 192 more horse power than 1975 Nissan Bluebird. (76 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 1975 Nissan Bluebird. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Honda Accord weights approximately 399 kg more than 1975 Nissan Bluebird. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 1975 Nissan Bluebird is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1975 Nissan Bluebird. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Honda Accord, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2008 Honda Accord (336 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 201 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Nissan Bluebird. (135 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2008 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Nissan Bluebird. 2008 Honda Accord has automatic transmission and 1975 Nissan Bluebird has manual transmission. 1975 Nissan Bluebird will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 Honda Accord will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

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2008 Honda Accord 1975 Nissan Bluebird
Make Honda Nissan
Model Accord Bluebird
Year Released 2008 1975
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 3469 cc 1595 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Horse Power 268 HP 76 HP
Torque 336 Nm 135 Nm
Torque RPM 5000 RPM 4000 RPM
Drive Type Front Rear
Transmission Type Automatic Manual
Vehicle Weight 1354 kg 955 kg
Vehicle Length 4940 mm 4220 mm
Vehicle Width 1850 mm 1610 mm
Vehicle Height 1480 mm 1410 mm
Wheelbase Size 2810 mm 2510 mm