1970 Ford Taunus vs. 1971 Nissan Bluebird
To start off, 1971 Nissan Bluebird is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Ford Taunus. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Ford Taunus would be higher. At 1,770 cc (4 cylinders), 1971 Nissan Bluebird is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, both vehicles can yield 81 horse power. So under normal driving conditions, the acceleration of both vehicles should be relatively similar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Ford Taunus weights approximately 10 kg more than 1971 Nissan Bluebird.
Let's talk about torque, 1971 Nissan Bluebird (147 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 21 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Ford Taunus. (126 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 1971 Nissan Bluebird will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Ford Taunus.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Ford Taunus | 1971 Nissan Bluebird | |
| Make | Ford | Nissan |
| Model | Taunus | Bluebird |
| Year Released | 1970 | 1971 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1599 cc | 1770 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 81 HP | 81 HP |
| Torque | 126 Nm | 147 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2700 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1040 kg | 1030 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 4220 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2510 mm |
