1971 Ford Escort vs. 1963 Nissan Bluebird
To start off, 1971 Ford Escort is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 Nissan Bluebird. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 Nissan Bluebird would be higher. At 1,189 cc (4 cylinders), 1963 Nissan Bluebird is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1963 Nissan Bluebird (47 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 1971 Ford Escort. (38 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1963 Nissan Bluebird should accelerate faster than 1971 Ford Escort. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1963 Nissan Bluebird weights approximately 155 kg more than 1971 Ford Escort. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1963 Nissan Bluebird (88 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Ford Escort. (68 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1963 Nissan Bluebird will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Ford Escort.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Ford Escort | 1963 Nissan Bluebird | |
| Make | Ford | Nissan |
| Model | Escort | Bluebird |
| Year Released | 1971 | 1963 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1098 cc | 1189 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 38 HP | 47 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 68 Nm | 88 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 805 kg | 960 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3990 mm | 4000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1500 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2400 mm | 2390 mm |
