1972 Ford Gran Torino vs. 1967 Nissan Bluebird
To start off, 1972 Ford Gran Torino is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Nissan Bluebird. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Nissan Bluebird would be higher. At 4,095 cc (6 cylinders), 1972 Ford Gran Torino is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Ford Gran Torino (95 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 33 more horse power than 1967 Nissan Bluebird. (62 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1972 Ford Gran Torino should accelerate faster than 1967 Nissan Bluebird. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Ford Gran Torino weights approximately 775 kg more than 1967 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, 1972 Ford Gran Torino (245 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 142 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Nissan Bluebird. (103 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1972 Ford Gran Torino will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Nissan Bluebird.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Ford Gran Torino | 1967 Nissan Bluebird | |
| Make | Ford | Nissan |
| Model | Gran Torino | Bluebird |
| Year Released | 1972 | 1967 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4095 cc | 1296 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 95 HP | 62 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 245 Nm | 103 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Vehicle Weight | 1681 kg | 906 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5370 mm | 4130 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1570 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3000 mm | 2430 mm |
