1969 Nissan Bluebird vs. 1982 Ford Laser
To start off, 1982 Ford Laser is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Nissan Bluebird. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Nissan Bluebird would be higher. At 1,489 cc (4 cylinders), 1982 Ford Laser is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1982 Ford Laser (85 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 1969 Nissan Bluebird. (62 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1982 Ford Laser should accelerate faster than 1969 Nissan Bluebird. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1969 Nissan Bluebird weights approximately 115 kg more than 1982 Ford Laser.
Because 1969 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 1969 Nissan Bluebird. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1982 Ford Laser, 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, 1982 Ford Laser (120 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 17 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Nissan Bluebird. (103 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1982 Ford Laser will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Nissan Bluebird.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 Nissan Bluebird | 1982 Ford Laser | |
| Make | Nissan | Ford |
| Model | Bluebird | Laser |
| Year Released | 1969 | 1982 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1296 cc | 1489 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 62 HP | 85 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 103 Nm | 120 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 905 kg | 790 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4130 mm | 3960 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2370 mm |
