1986 Ford Escort vs. 1971 Nissan Bluebird
To start off, 1986 Ford Escort is newer by 15 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 1,428 cc (4 cylinders), 1971 Nissan Bluebird is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1971 Nissan Bluebird (72 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 24 more horse power than 1986 Ford Escort. (48 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1971 Nissan Bluebird should accelerate faster than 1986 Ford Escort. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 Nissan Bluebird weights approximately 105 kg more than 1986 Ford Escort. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1971 Nissan Bluebird (116 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 33 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Ford Escort. (83 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 1971 Nissan Bluebird will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Ford Escort.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Ford Escort | 1971 Nissan Bluebird | |
| Make | Ford | Nissan |
| Model | Escort | Bluebird |
| Year Released | 1986 | 1971 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1115 cc | 1428 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 48 HP | 72 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 83 Nm | 116 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2700 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Vehicle Weight | 825 kg | 930 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4030 mm | 4130 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1570 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2430 mm |
