1986 Ford Escort vs. 1964 Nissan Bluebird
To start off, 1986 Ford Escort is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1964 Nissan Bluebird. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1964 Nissan Bluebird would be higher. At 1,597 cc (4 cylinders), 1986 Ford Escort is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Ford Escort (90 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 43 more horse power than 1964 Nissan Bluebird. (47 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1986 Ford Escort should accelerate faster than 1964 Nissan Bluebird. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1964 Nissan Bluebird weights approximately 6 kg more than 1986 Ford Escort.
Let's talk about torque, 1986 Ford Escort (133 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 45 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 Nissan Bluebird. (88 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1986 Ford Escort will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1964 Nissan Bluebird.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Ford Escort | 1964 Nissan Bluebird | |
| Make | Ford | Nissan |
| Model | Escort | Bluebird |
| Year Released | 1986 | 1964 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1597 cc | 1189 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 90 HP | 47 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 133 Nm | 88 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Vehicle Weight | 960 kg | 966 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4090 mm | 4000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1500 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2420 mm | 2390 mm |
