1985 Ford Crown Victoria vs. 1980 Nissan Bluebird
To start off, 1985 Ford Crown Victoria is newer by 5 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 4,942 cc (8 cylinders), 1985 Ford Crown Victoria is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Ford Crown Victoria (148 HP) has 89 more horse power than 1980 Nissan Bluebird. (59 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1985 Ford Crown Victoria should accelerate faster than 1980 Nissan Bluebird. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Ford Crown Victoria weights approximately 510 kg more than 1980 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, 1985 Ford Crown Victoria (366 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 250 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Nissan Bluebird. (116 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1985 Ford Crown Victoria will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Nissan Bluebird.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Ford Crown Victoria | 1980 Nissan Bluebird | |
| Make | Ford | Nissan |
| Model | Crown Victoria | Bluebird |
| Year Released | 1985 | 1980 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4942 cc | 1951 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 59 HP |
| Torque | 366 Nm | 116 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Vehicle Weight | 1700 kg | 1190 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5320 mm | 4360 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 2530 mm |
