1987 Ford Sierra vs. 1973 Nissan Bluebird
To start off, 1987 Ford Sierra is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Nissan Bluebird. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Nissan Bluebird would be higher. At 2,303 cc (4 cylinders), 1987 Ford Sierra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1973 Nissan Bluebird (76 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 1987 Ford Sierra. (66 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1973 Nissan Bluebird should accelerate faster than 1987 Ford Sierra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Ford Sierra weights approximately 250 kg more than 1973 Nissan Bluebird.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1987 Ford Sierra (142 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 7 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Nissan Bluebird. (135 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1987 Ford Sierra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Nissan Bluebird.
Compare all specifications:
1987 Ford Sierra | 1973 Nissan Bluebird | |
Make | Ford | Nissan |
Model | Sierra | Bluebird |
Year Released | 1987 | 1973 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2303 cc | 1594 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 66 HP | 76 HP |
Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 142 Nm | 135 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1205 kg | 955 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4220 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1610 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2510 mm |