1983 Nissan Bluebird vs. 2011 Ford F-250
To start off, 2011 Ford F-250 is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Nissan Bluebird. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Nissan Bluebird would be higher. At 6,200 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 Ford F-250 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Ford F-250 (385 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 291 more horse power than 1983 Nissan Bluebird. (94 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Ford F-250 should accelerate faster than 1983 Nissan Bluebird.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2011 Ford F-250 (548 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 396 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Nissan Bluebird. (152 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2011 Ford F-250 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Nissan Bluebird. 2011 Ford F-250 has automatic transmission and 1983 Nissan Bluebird has manual transmission. 1983 Nissan Bluebird will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2011 Ford F-250 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1983 Nissan Bluebird | 2011 Ford F-250 | |
Make | Nissan | Ford |
Model | Bluebird | F-250 |
Year Released | 1983 | 2011 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1952 cc | 6200 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 94 HP | 385 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 152 Nm | 548 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 6269 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 2029 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1966 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 3967 mm |