1970 Nissan Bluebird vs. 2012 Ford Expedition
To start off, 2012 Ford Expedition is newer by 42 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 5,400 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 Ford Expedition is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Ford Expedition (310 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 238 more horse power than 1970 Nissan Bluebird. (72 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Ford Expedition should accelerate faster than 1970 Nissan Bluebird. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Ford Expedition weights approximately 1721 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, 2012 Ford Expedition (494 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 378 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Nissan Bluebird. (116 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2012 Ford Expedition will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Nissan Bluebird.
Compare all specifications:
1970 Nissan Bluebird | 2012 Ford Expedition | |
Make | Nissan | Ford |
Model | Bluebird | Expedition |
Year Released | 1970 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1427 cc | 5400 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 72 HP | 310 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5100 RPM |
Torque | 116 Nm | 494 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
Vehicle Weight | 930 kg | 2651 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4130 mm | 5621 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 2002 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1974 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 3327 mm |