1990 Ford Orion vs. 1972 Nissan Bluebird
To start off, 1990 Ford Orion is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Nissan Bluebird. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Nissan Bluebird would be higher. At 1,753 cc (4 cylinders), 1990 Ford Orion is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Nissan Bluebird (76 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 1990 Ford Orion. (59 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1972 Nissan Bluebird should accelerate faster than 1990 Ford Orion. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Ford Orion weights approximately 110 kg more than 1972 Nissan Bluebird.
Because 1972 Nissan Bluebird 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 1972 Nissan Bluebird. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1990 Ford Orion, 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, 1972 Nissan Bluebird (136 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 26 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Ford Orion. (110 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1972 Nissan Bluebird will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Ford Orion.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Ford Orion | 1972 Nissan Bluebird | |
| Make | Ford | Nissan |
| Model | Orion | Bluebird |
| Year Released | 1990 | 1972 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1753 cc | 1595 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 76 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 110 Nm | 136 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1065 kg | 955 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 4220 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1390 mm |
