1989 Ford Escort vs. 1970 Nissan Bluebird
To start off, 1989 Ford Escort is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Nissan Bluebird. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Nissan Bluebird would be higher. At 1,859 cc (4 cylinders), 1989 Ford Escort is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Ford Escort (89 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 27 more horse power than 1970 Nissan Bluebird. (62 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 Ford Escort should accelerate faster than 1970 Nissan Bluebird. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Ford Escort weights approximately 120 kg more than 1970 Nissan Bluebird. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1989 Ford Escort (144 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 41 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Nissan Bluebird. (103 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1989 Ford Escort will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Nissan Bluebird.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Ford Escort | 1970 Nissan Bluebird | |
| Make | Ford | Nissan |
| Model | Escort | Bluebird |
| Year Released | 1989 | 1970 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1859 cc | 1296 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 62 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 144 Nm | 103 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1025 kg | 905 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4300 mm | 4130 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1570 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2400 mm | 2430 mm |
