1980 Ford Laser vs. 1976 Nissan Bluebird
To start off, 1980 Ford Laser is newer by 4 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 1,593 cc (4 cylinders), 1976 Nissan Bluebird is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1980 Ford Laser (85 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 1976 Nissan Bluebird. (76 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1980 Ford Laser should accelerate faster than 1976 Nissan Bluebird. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Nissan Bluebird weights approximately 165 kg more than 1980 Ford Laser.
Because 1976 Nissan Bluebird is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1976 Nissan Bluebird. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1980 Ford Laser, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1976 Nissan Bluebird (135 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 15 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Ford Laser. (120 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1976 Nissan Bluebird will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Ford Laser.
Compare all specifications:
1980 Ford Laser | 1976 Nissan Bluebird | |
Make | Ford | Nissan |
Model | Laser | Bluebird |
Year Released | 1980 | 1976 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1490 cc | 1593 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 85 HP | 76 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 120 Nm | 135 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 790 kg | 955 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3960 mm | 4220 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1610 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1390 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2510 mm |