1980 Ford Taunus vs. 1967 Nissan Bluebird
To start off, 1980 Ford Taunus is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Nissan Bluebird. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Nissan Bluebird would be higher. At 1,296 cc (4 cylinders), 1967 Nissan Bluebird is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1967 Nissan Bluebird (62 HP) has 5 more horse power than 1980 Ford Taunus. (57 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1967 Nissan Bluebird should accelerate faster than 1980 Ford Taunus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Ford Taunus weights approximately 114 kg more than 1967 Nissan Bluebird.
Let's talk about torque, 1967 Nissan Bluebird (103 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Ford Taunus. (93 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1967 Nissan Bluebird will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Ford Taunus.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Ford Taunus | 1967 Nissan Bluebird | |
| Make | Ford | Nissan |
| Model | Taunus | Bluebird |
| Year Released | 1980 | 1967 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1294 cc | 1296 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 57 HP | 62 HP |
| Torque | 93 Nm | 103 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1020 kg | 906 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 4130 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1570 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2430 mm |
