1970 Nissan Bluebird vs. 2012 Ford Fusion
To start off, 2012 Ford Fusion 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 3,500 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Ford Fusion is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Ford Fusion (263 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 191 more horse power than 1970 Nissan Bluebird. (72 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Ford Fusion should accelerate faster than 1970 Nissan Bluebird. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Ford Fusion weights approximately 699 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 Fusion (337 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 221 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Nissan Bluebird. (116 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2012 Ford Fusion 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 Fusion | |
| Make | Nissan | Ford |
| Model | Bluebird | Fusion |
| Year Released | 1970 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1427 cc | 3500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 72 HP | 263 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6250 RPM |
| Torque | 116 Nm | 337 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 930 kg | 1629 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4130 mm | 4841 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1834 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1445 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2728 mm |
