1984 Ford Falcon vs. 1963 Nissan Bluebird
To start off, 1984 Ford Falcon is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 Nissan Bluebird. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 Nissan Bluebird would be higher. At 3,273 cc (6 cylinders), 1984 Ford Falcon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 Ford Falcon (120 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 73 more horse power than 1963 Nissan Bluebird. (47 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1984 Ford Falcon should accelerate faster than 1963 Nissan Bluebird. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Ford Falcon weights approximately 414 kg more than 1963 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, 1984 Ford Falcon (240 Nm @ 2300 RPM) has 152 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Nissan Bluebird. (88 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1984 Ford Falcon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Nissan Bluebird.
Compare all specifications:
1984 Ford Falcon | 1963 Nissan Bluebird | |
Make | Ford | Nissan |
Model | Falcon | Bluebird |
Year Released | 1984 | 1963 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3273 cc | 1189 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 120 HP | 47 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 240 Nm | 88 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2300 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Vehicle Weight | 1374 kg | 960 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4720 mm | 4000 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1500 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2390 mm |