2009 Honda FR-V vs. 1980 Nissan Bluebird
To start off, 2009 Honda FR-V is newer by 29 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 1,951 cc (4 cylinders), 1980 Nissan Bluebird is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Honda FR-V (138 HP) has 79 more horse power than 1980 Nissan Bluebird. (59 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Honda FR-V should accelerate faster than 1980 Nissan Bluebird.
Let's talk about torque, 2009 Honda FR-V (174 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 58 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Nissan Bluebird. (116 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2009 Honda FR-V will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Nissan Bluebird.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Honda FR-V | 1980 Nissan Bluebird | |
| Make | Honda | Nissan |
| Model | FR-V | Bluebird |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1980 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1799 cc | 1951 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 59 HP |
| Torque | 174 Nm | 116 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 4360 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2120 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1620 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2530 mm |
