1977 Ford Granada vs. 1968 Nissan Bluebird
To start off, 1977 Ford Granada is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Nissan Bluebird. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Nissan Bluebird would be higher. At 2,791 cc (6 cylinders), 1977 Ford Granada is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1977 Ford Granada (135 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 73 more horse power than 1968 Nissan Bluebird. (62 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1977 Ford Granada should accelerate faster than 1968 Nissan Bluebird. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1977 Ford Granada weights approximately 512 kg more than 1968 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, 1977 Ford Granada (216 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 113 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Nissan Bluebird. (103 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1977 Ford Granada will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Nissan Bluebird.
Compare all specifications:
1977 Ford Granada | 1968 Nissan Bluebird | |
Make | Ford | Nissan |
Model | Granada | Bluebird |
Year Released | 1977 | 1968 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2791 cc | 1295 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 135 HP | 62 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 216 Nm | 103 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 1417 kg | 905 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4660 mm | 4130 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1570 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2430 mm |