1979 Ford Escort vs. 1970 Nissan Bluebird
To start off, 1979 Ford Escort 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 1,296 cc (4 cylinders), 1970 Nissan Bluebird is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1970 Nissan Bluebird (62 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 1979 Ford Escort. (45 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1970 Nissan Bluebird should accelerate faster than 1979 Ford Escort. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Nissan Bluebird weights approximately 30 kg more than 1979 Ford Escort. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1970 Nissan Bluebird (103 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 43 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Ford Escort. (60 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1970 Nissan Bluebird will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Ford Escort.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Ford Escort | 1970 Nissan Bluebird | |
| Make | Ford | Nissan |
| Model | Escort | Bluebird |
| Year Released | 1979 | 1970 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 939 cc | 1296 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 45 HP | 62 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 60 Nm | 103 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 875 kg | 905 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3980 mm | 4130 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1570 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2430 mm |
