1970 Nissan Bluebird vs. 2011 Ford F-150
To start off, 2011 Ford F-150 is newer by 41 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 5,000 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 Ford F-150 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Ford F-150 (360 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 288 more horse power than 1970 Nissan Bluebird. (72 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Ford F-150 should accelerate faster than 1970 Nissan Bluebird. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Ford F-150 weights approximately 1449 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, 2011 Ford F-150 (515 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 399 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Nissan Bluebird. (116 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2011 Ford F-150 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Nissan Bluebird.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Nissan Bluebird | 2011 Ford F-150 | |
| Make | Nissan | Ford |
| Model | Bluebird | F-150 |
| Year Released | 1970 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1427 cc | 5000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 72 HP | 360 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 116 Nm | 515 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
| Vehicle Weight | 930 kg | 2379 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4130 mm | 5890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 2012 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1900 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 3670 mm |
