1984 Lincoln Mark VII vs. 1971 Nissan Bluebird
To start off, 1984 Lincoln Mark VII is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Nissan Bluebird. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Nissan Bluebird would be higher. At 4,942 cc (8 cylinders), 1984 Lincoln Mark VII is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 Lincoln Mark VII (177 HP) has 96 more horse power than 1971 Nissan Bluebird. (81 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1984 Lincoln Mark VII should accelerate faster than 1971 Nissan Bluebird. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Lincoln Mark VII weights approximately 635 kg more than 1971 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 Lincoln Mark VII (352 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 205 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Nissan Bluebird. (147 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1984 Lincoln Mark VII will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Nissan Bluebird.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Lincoln Mark VII | 1971 Nissan Bluebird | |
| Make | Lincoln | Nissan |
| Model | Mark VII | Bluebird |
| Year Released | 1984 | 1971 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4942 cc | 1770 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 177 HP | 81 HP |
| Torque | 352 Nm | 147 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1650 kg | 1015 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5160 mm | 4220 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2510 mm |
