1987 Ford Thunderbird vs. 1985 Nissan Bluebird
To start off, 1987 Ford Thunderbird is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Nissan Bluebird. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Nissan Bluebird would be higher. At 2,301 cc (4 cylinders), 1987 Ford Thunderbird is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Ford Thunderbird (193 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 99 more horse power than 1985 Nissan Bluebird. (94 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1987 Ford Thunderbird should accelerate faster than 1985 Nissan Bluebird. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Nissan Bluebird weights approximately 194 kg more than 1987 Ford Thunderbird.
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, 1985 Nissan Bluebird (152 Nm) has 61 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Ford Thunderbird. (91 Nm). This means 1985 Nissan Bluebird will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Ford Thunderbird.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Ford Thunderbird | 1985 Nissan Bluebird | |
| Make | Ford | Nissan |
| Model | Thunderbird | Bluebird |
| Year Released | 1987 | 1985 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2301 cc | 1951 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 193 HP | 94 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 91 Nm | 152 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 936 kg | 1130 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5030 mm | 4430 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2530 mm |
