1984 Ford Fiesta vs. 1984 Nissan Bluebird
To start off, both 1984 Ford Fiesta and 1984 Nissan Bluebird were released in the same year (1984). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,972 cc (4 cylinders), 1984 Nissan Bluebird is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 Nissan Bluebird (104 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 1984 Ford Fiesta. (96 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1984 Nissan Bluebird should accelerate faster than 1984 Ford Fiesta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Nissan Bluebird weights approximately 320 kg more than 1984 Ford Fiesta. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear 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, 1984 Nissan Bluebird (162 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 30 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Ford Fiesta. (132 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1984 Nissan Bluebird will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Ford Fiesta.
Compare all specifications:
1984 Ford Fiesta | 1984 Nissan Bluebird | |
Make | Ford | Nissan |
Model | Fiesta | Bluebird |
Year Released | 1984 | 1984 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1598 cc | 1972 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 96 HP | 104 HP |
Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 132 Nm | 162 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Vehicle Weight | 850 kg | 1170 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3650 mm | 4410 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2300 mm | 2560 mm |