1976 Nissan Bluebird vs. 2013 Ford Mustang
To start off, 2013 Ford Mustang is newer by 37 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 3,700 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 Ford Mustang is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Ford Mustang (301 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 225 more horse power than 1976 Nissan Bluebird. (76 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Ford Mustang should accelerate faster than 1976 Nissan Bluebird. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Ford Mustang weights approximately 690 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, 2013 Ford Mustang (380 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 245 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Nissan Bluebird. (135 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2013 Ford Mustang will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Nissan Bluebird.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Nissan Bluebird | 2013 Ford Mustang | |
| Make | Nissan | Ford |
| Model | Bluebird | Mustang |
| Year Released | 1976 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1595 cc | 3700 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 76 HP | 301 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 135 Nm | 380 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 960 kg | 1650 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4220 mm | 4778 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 2035 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1425 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2720 mm |
