1976 Nissan Bluebird vs. 2012 Ford F-150
To start off, 2012 Ford F-150 is newer by 36 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Nissan Bluebird. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Nissan Bluebird would be higher. At 6,200 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 Ford F-150 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Ford F-150 (411 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 291 more horse power than 1976 Nissan Bluebird. (120 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Ford F-150 should accelerate faster than 1976 Nissan Bluebird. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Ford F-150 weights approximately 1445 kg more than 1976 Nissan Bluebird. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2012 Ford F-150 (588 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 421 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Nissan Bluebird. (167 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2012 Ford F-150 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Nissan Bluebird. 2012 Ford F-150 has automatic transmission and 1976 Nissan Bluebird has manual transmission. 1976 Nissan Bluebird will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2012 Ford F-150 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Nissan Bluebird | 2012 Ford F-150 | |
| Make | Nissan | Ford |
| Model | Bluebird | F-150 |
| Year Released | 1976 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 6200 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 120 HP | 411 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 167 Nm | 588 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed shiftable automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1175 kg | 2620 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 5890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 2012 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1900 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 3670 mm |
