1979 Ford LTD vs. 1980 Nissan Bluebird
To start off, 1980 Nissan Bluebird is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Ford LTD. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Ford LTD would be higher. At 4,942 cc (8 cylinders), 1979 Ford LTD is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1979 Ford LTD (133 HP) has 74 more horse power than 1980 Nissan Bluebird. (59 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1979 Ford LTD should accelerate faster than 1980 Nissan Bluebird. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Ford LTD weights approximately 496 kg more than 1980 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 LTD (332 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 216 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Nissan Bluebird. (116 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1979 Ford LTD will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Nissan Bluebird.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Ford LTD | 1980 Nissan Bluebird | |
| Make | Ford | Nissan |
| Model | LTD | Bluebird |
| Year Released | 1979 | 1980 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4942 cc | 1951 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 133 HP | 59 HP |
| Torque | 332 Nm | 116 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Vehicle Weight | 1686 kg | 1190 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5520 mm | 4360 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2530 mm |
