2009 Honda Insight vs. 1985 Nissan Bluebird
To start off, 2009 Honda Insight is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Nissan Bluebird. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Nissan Bluebird would be higher. At 1,951 cc (4 cylinders), 1985 Nissan Bluebird is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Nissan Bluebird (94 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 2009 Honda Insight. (87 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1985 Nissan Bluebird should accelerate faster than 2009 Honda Insight. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Honda Insight weights approximately 146 kg more than 1985 Nissan Bluebird.
Because 1985 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 1985 Nissan Bluebird. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Honda Insight, 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, 1985 Nissan Bluebird (152 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 31 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Honda Insight. (121 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1985 Nissan Bluebird will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Honda Insight.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Honda Insight | 1985 Nissan Bluebird | |
Make | Honda | Nissan |
Model | Insight | Bluebird |
Year Released | 2009 | 1985 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1339 cc | 1951 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 87 HP | 94 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 121 Nm | 152 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 1276 kg | 1130 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 4430 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1660 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2530 mm |