1980 Nissan Bluebird vs. 1984 Ford Meteor
To start off, 1984 Ford Meteor is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Nissan Bluebird. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Nissan Bluebird would be higher. At 1,951 cc (4 cylinders), 1980 Nissan Bluebird is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 Ford Meteor (72 HP) has 13 more horse power than 1980 Nissan Bluebird. (59 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1984 Ford Meteor should accelerate faster than 1980 Nissan Bluebird. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Nissan Bluebird weights approximately 305 kg more than 1984 Ford Meteor.
Let's talk about torque, 1980 Nissan Bluebird (116 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 6 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Ford Meteor. (110 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1980 Nissan Bluebird will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Ford Meteor.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Nissan Bluebird | 1984 Ford Meteor | |
| Make | Nissan | Ford |
| Model | Bluebird | Meteor |
| Year Released | 1980 | 1984 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1951 cc | 1490 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 72 HP |
| Torque | 116 Nm | 110 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1190 kg | 885 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4360 mm | 4160 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2370 mm |
