1987 Nissan Bluebird vs. 1999 Ford Focus
To start off, 1999 Ford Focus is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Nissan Bluebird. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Nissan Bluebird would be higher. At 1,753 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Ford Focus is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Ford Focus (99 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 18 more horse power than 1987 Nissan Bluebird. (81 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Ford Focus should accelerate faster than 1987 Nissan Bluebird. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Ford Focus weights approximately 230 kg more than 1987 Nissan Bluebird. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear 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, 1999 Ford Focus (146 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Nissan Bluebird. (126 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1999 Ford Focus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Nissan Bluebird. 1999 Ford Focus has automatic transmission and 1987 Nissan Bluebird has manual transmission. 1987 Nissan Bluebird will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1999 Ford Focus will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Nissan Bluebird | 1999 Ford Focus | |
| Make | Nissan | Ford |
| Model | Bluebird | Focus |
| Year Released | 1987 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1598 cc | 1753 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 81 HP | 99 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6250 RPM |
| Torque | 126 Nm | 146 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1010 kg | 1240 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 4390 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2620 mm |
