1975 Ford Cortina vs. 1970 Nissan Bluebird
To start off, 1975 Ford Cortina is newer by 5 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 1,427 cc (4 cylinders), 1970 Nissan Bluebird is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1970 Nissan Bluebird (72 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 16 more horse power than 1975 Ford Cortina. (56 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1970 Nissan Bluebird should accelerate faster than 1975 Ford Cortina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1975 Ford Cortina weights approximately 110 kg more than 1970 Nissan Bluebird.
Let's talk about torque, 1970 Nissan Bluebird (116 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 25 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Ford Cortina. (91 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1970 Nissan Bluebird will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Ford Cortina.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 Ford Cortina | 1970 Nissan Bluebird | |
| Make | Ford | Nissan |
| Model | Cortina | Bluebird |
| Year Released | 1975 | 1970 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1298 cc | 1427 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 56 HP | 72 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 91 Nm | 116 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1040 kg | 930 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 4130 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1570 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2590 mm | 2430 mm |
