2008 Honda CR-V vs. 1986 Nissan Bluebird
To start off, 2008 Honda CR-V is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Nissan Bluebird. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Nissan Bluebird would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Honda CR-V is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Honda CR-V (148 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 59 more horse power than 1986 Nissan Bluebird. (89 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Honda CR-V should accelerate faster than 1986 Nissan Bluebird. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Honda CR-V weights approximately 499 kg more than 1986 Nissan Bluebird. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2008 Honda CR-V is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1986 Nissan Bluebird. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Honda CR-V 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, 2008 Honda CR-V (192 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 42 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Nissan Bluebird. (150 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2008 Honda CR-V will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Nissan Bluebird.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Honda CR-V | 1986 Nissan Bluebird | |
| Make | Honda | Nissan |
| Model | CR-V | Bluebird |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1986 |
| Body Type | SUV | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 1808 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 192 Nm | 150 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1604 kg | 1105 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4570 mm | 4380 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1720 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2560 mm |
