1985 Ford Meteor vs. 1970 Nissan Bluebird
To start off, 1985 Ford Meteor is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Nissan Bluebird. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Nissan Bluebird would be higher. At 1,488 cc (4 cylinders), 1985 Ford Meteor is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Ford Meteor (72 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 1970 Nissan Bluebird. (62 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1985 Ford Meteor should accelerate faster than 1970 Nissan Bluebird. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Nissan Bluebird weights approximately 20 kg more than 1985 Ford Meteor.
Let's talk about torque, 1985 Ford Meteor (110 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 7 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Nissan Bluebird. (103 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1985 Ford Meteor will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Nissan Bluebird.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Ford Meteor | 1970 Nissan Bluebird | |
| Make | Ford | Nissan |
| Model | Meteor | Bluebird |
| Year Released | 1985 | 1970 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1488 cc | 1296 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 72 HP | 62 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 110 Nm | 103 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 885 kg | 905 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4160 mm | 4130 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1570 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2430 mm |
