1958 Ford Escort vs. 1972 Nissan Bluebird
To start off, 1972 Nissan Bluebird is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Ford Escort. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Ford Escort would be higher. At 1,428 cc (4 cylinders), 1972 Nissan Bluebird is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Nissan Bluebird (72 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 41 more horse power than 1958 Ford Escort. (31 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1972 Nissan Bluebird should accelerate faster than 1958 Ford Escort. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Nissan Bluebird weights approximately 113 kg more than 1958 Ford Escort. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1972 Nissan Bluebird (116 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 45 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Ford Escort. (71 Nm @ 2150 RPM). This means 1972 Nissan Bluebird will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Ford Escort.
Compare all specifications:
| 1958 Ford Escort | 1972 Nissan Bluebird | |
| Make | Ford | Nissan |
| Model | Escort | Bluebird |
| Year Released | 1958 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1172 cc | 1428 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 31 HP | 72 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 71 Nm | 116 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2150 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 817 kg | 930 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3810 mm | 4130 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1570 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2220 mm | 2430 mm |
