1972 Ford Escort vs. 1980 Nissan Bluebird
To start off, 1980 Nissan Bluebird is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Ford Escort. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Ford Escort would be higher. At 1,993 cc (4 cylinders), 1972 Ford Escort is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Ford Escort (100 HP) has 41 more horse power than 1980 Nissan Bluebird. (59 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1972 Ford Escort should accelerate faster than 1980 Nissan Bluebird. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Nissan Bluebird weights approximately 290 kg more than 1972 Ford Escort.
Let's talk about torque, 1972 Ford Escort (146 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 30 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Nissan Bluebird. (116 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1972 Ford Escort will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Nissan Bluebird.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Ford Escort | 1980 Nissan Bluebird | |
| Make | Ford | Nissan |
| Model | Escort | Bluebird |
| Year Released | 1972 | 1980 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1993 cc | 1951 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 59 HP |
| Torque | 146 Nm | 116 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Vehicle Weight | 900 kg | 1190 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3990 mm | 4360 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2400 mm | 2530 mm |
