1970 Nissan Bluebird vs. 1989 Ford Falcon
To start off, 1989 Ford Falcon is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Nissan Bluebird. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Nissan Bluebird would be higher. At 3,157 cc (6 cylinders), 1989 Ford Falcon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Ford Falcon (120 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 58 more horse power than 1970 Nissan Bluebird. (62 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1989 Ford Falcon should accelerate faster than 1970 Nissan Bluebird. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Ford Falcon weights approximately 515 kg more than 1970 Nissan Bluebird. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1989 Ford Falcon (236 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 133 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Nissan Bluebird. (103 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1989 Ford Falcon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Nissan Bluebird.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Nissan Bluebird | 1989 Ford Falcon | |
| Make | Nissan | Ford |
| Model | Bluebird | Falcon |
| Year Released | 1970 | 1989 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1296 cc | 3157 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 62 HP | 120 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 103 Nm | 236 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 905 kg | 1420 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4130 mm | 4820 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2800 mm |
