1987 Ford Meteor vs. 1975 Nissan Bluebird
To start off, 1987 Ford Meteor is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Nissan Bluebird. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Nissan Bluebird would be higher. At 1,597 cc (4 cylinders), 1987 Ford Meteor is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1975 Nissan Bluebird (76 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 1987 Ford Meteor. (71 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1975 Nissan Bluebird should accelerate faster than 1987 Ford Meteor.
Because 1975 Nissan Bluebird is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1975 Nissan Bluebird. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1987 Ford Meteor, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1975 Nissan Bluebird (135 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 14 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Ford Meteor. (121 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1975 Nissan Bluebird will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Ford Meteor.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Ford Meteor | 1975 Nissan Bluebird | |
| Make | Ford | Nissan |
| Model | Meteor | Bluebird |
| Year Released | 1987 | 1975 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1597 cc | 1595 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 71 HP | 76 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 121 Nm | 135 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4200 mm | 4220 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2510 mm |
