1972 Nissan Bluebird vs. 1970 Ford Escort
To start off, 1972 Nissan Bluebird is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Ford Escort. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Ford Escort would be higher. At 1,428 cc (4 cylinders), 1972 Nissan Bluebird is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Nissan Bluebird (72 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 34 more horse power than 1970 Ford Escort. (38 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1972 Nissan Bluebird should accelerate faster than 1970 Ford Escort. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Nissan Bluebird weights approximately 125 kg more than 1970 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, 1972 Nissan Bluebird (116 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 48 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Ford Escort. (68 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1972 Nissan Bluebird will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Ford Escort.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Nissan Bluebird | 1970 Ford Escort | |
| Make | Nissan | Ford |
| Model | Bluebird | Escort |
| Year Released | 1972 | 1970 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1428 cc | 1098 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 72 HP | 38 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 116 Nm | 68 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 930 kg | 805 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4130 mm | 3990 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2400 mm |
