1985 Ford Mustang vs. 1963 Nissan Bluebird
To start off, 1985 Ford Mustang is newer by 22 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 2,301 cc (4 cylinders), 1985 Ford Mustang is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Ford Mustang (175 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 128 more horse power than 1963 Nissan Bluebird. (47 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1985 Ford Mustang should accelerate faster than 1963 Nissan Bluebird. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Ford Mustang weights approximately 220 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, 1985 Ford Mustang (285 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 197 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Nissan Bluebird. (88 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1985 Ford Mustang will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Nissan Bluebird.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Ford Mustang | 1963 Nissan Bluebird | |
| Make | Ford | Nissan |
| Model | Mustang | Bluebird |
| Year Released | 1985 | 1963 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2301 cc | 1189 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 175 HP | 47 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 285 Nm | 88 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Vehicle Weight | 1180 kg | 960 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4560 mm | 4000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1500 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2390 mm |
