2011 Honda Odyssey vs. 1980 Nissan Bluebird
To start off, 2011 Honda Odyssey is newer by 31 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 3,500 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Honda Odyssey is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Honda Odyssey (248 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 159 more horse power than 1980 Nissan Bluebird. (89 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2011 Honda Odyssey should accelerate faster than 1980 Nissan Bluebird. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Honda Odyssey weights approximately 1088 kg more than 1980 Nissan Bluebird. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1980 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 1980 Nissan Bluebird. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Honda Odyssey, 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, 2011 Honda Odyssey (339 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 207 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Nissan Bluebird. (132 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2011 Honda Odyssey will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Nissan Bluebird.
Compare all specifications:
2011 Honda Odyssey | 1980 Nissan Bluebird | |
Make | Honda | Nissan |
Model | Odyssey | Bluebird |
Year Released | 2011 | 1980 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3500 cc | 1595 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 248 HP | 89 HP |
Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 339 Nm | 132 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 2068 kg | 980 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5154 mm | 4360 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2012 mm | 1660 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1737 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3000 mm | 2530 mm |