1976 Ford Cortina vs. 1970 Nissan Bluebird
To start off, 1976 Ford Cortina is newer by 6 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 1,593 cc (4 cylinders), 1976 Ford Cortina is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1976 Ford Cortina (91 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 1970 Nissan Bluebird. (72 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1976 Ford Cortina should accelerate faster than 1970 Nissan Bluebird. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Ford Cortina weights approximately 105 kg more than 1970 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, 1976 Ford Cortina (122 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 6 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Nissan Bluebird. (116 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1976 Ford Cortina will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Nissan Bluebird.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Ford Cortina | 1970 Nissan Bluebird | |
| Make | Ford | Nissan |
| Model | Cortina | Bluebird |
| Year Released | 1976 | 1970 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1593 cc | 1427 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 91 HP | 72 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 122 Nm | 116 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Vehicle Weight | 1035 kg | 930 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4390 mm | 4130 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1570 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2590 mm | 2430 mm |
