1979 Ford Crown Victoria vs. 1970 Nissan Bluebird
To start off, 1979 Ford Crown Victoria is newer by 9 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 4,186 cc (8 cylinders), 1979 Ford Crown Victoria is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1979 Ford Crown Victoria (118 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 56 more horse power than 1970 Nissan Bluebird. (62 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1979 Ford Crown Victoria should accelerate faster than 1970 Nissan Bluebird. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Ford Crown Victoria weights approximately 725 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, 1979 Ford Crown Victoria (263 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 160 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Nissan Bluebird. (103 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1979 Ford Crown Victoria will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Nissan Bluebird.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Ford Crown Victoria | 1970 Nissan Bluebird | |
| Make | Ford | Nissan |
| Model | Crown Victoria | Bluebird |
| Year Released | 1979 | 1970 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4186 cc | 1296 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 62 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 263 Nm | 103 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1630 kg | 905 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5320 mm | 4130 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1570 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 2430 mm |
