1961 Nissan Bluebird vs. 1995 Ford Falcon
To start off, 1995 Ford Falcon is newer by 34 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Nissan Bluebird. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Nissan Bluebird would be higher. At 3,705 cc (6 cylinders), 1995 Ford Falcon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Ford Falcon (228 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 185 more horse power than 1961 Nissan Bluebird. (43 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Ford Falcon should accelerate faster than 1961 Nissan Bluebird. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Ford Falcon weights approximately 655 kg more than 1961 Nissan Bluebird. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1961 Nissan Bluebird is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1995 Ford Falcon. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1961 Nissan Bluebird 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, 1995 Ford Falcon (398 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 314 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Nissan Bluebird. (84 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1995 Ford Falcon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Nissan Bluebird.
Compare all specifications:
| 1961 Nissan Bluebird | 1995 Ford Falcon | |
| Make | Nissan | Ford |
| Model | Bluebird | Falcon |
| Year Released | 1961 | 1995 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 988 cc | 3705 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 43 HP | 228 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 84 Nm | 398 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 925 kg | 1580 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3870 mm | 4910 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1500 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2800 mm |
