1989 Ford Meteor vs. 1970 Nissan Bluebird
To start off, 1989 Ford Meteor 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 1,597 cc (4 cylinders), 1989 Ford Meteor is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1970 Nissan Bluebird (72 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 1989 Ford Meteor. (71 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1970 Nissan Bluebird should accelerate faster than 1989 Ford Meteor.
Let's talk about torque, 1989 Ford Meteor (121 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 5 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Nissan Bluebird. (116 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1989 Ford Meteor will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Nissan Bluebird.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Ford Meteor | 1970 Nissan Bluebird | |
| Make | Ford | Nissan |
| Model | Meteor | Bluebird |
| Year Released | 1989 | 1970 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1597 cc | 1427 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 71 HP | 72 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 121 Nm | 116 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Length | 4200 mm | 4130 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1570 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2430 mm |
