1990 Ford Fairlane vs. 1984 Nissan Bluebird
To start off, 1990 Ford Fairlane is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Nissan Bluebird. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Nissan Bluebird would be higher. At 3,948 cc (6 cylinders), 1990 Ford Fairlane is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Ford Fairlane (186 HP @ 4250 RPM) has 82 more horse power than 1984 Nissan Bluebird. (104 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Ford Fairlane should accelerate faster than 1984 Nissan Bluebird. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Ford Fairlane weights approximately 385 kg more than 1984 Nissan Bluebird. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1990 Ford Fairlane is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1990 Ford Fairlane. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1984 Nissan Bluebird, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1990 Ford Fairlane (338 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 176 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Nissan Bluebird. (162 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1990 Ford Fairlane will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Nissan Bluebird.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Ford Fairlane | 1984 Nissan Bluebird | |
| Make | Ford | Nissan |
| Model | Fairlane | Bluebird |
| Year Released | 1990 | 1984 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3948 cc | 1972 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 186 HP | 104 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4250 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 338 Nm | 162 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 1555 kg | 1170 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5030 mm | 4410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2930 mm | 2560 mm |
