1991 Ford Falcon vs. 1964 Nissan Bluebird
To start off, 1991 Ford Falcon is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1964 Nissan Bluebird. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1964 Nissan Bluebird would be higher. At 4,942 cc (8 cylinders), 1991 Ford Falcon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Ford Falcon (221 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 174 more horse power than 1964 Nissan Bluebird. (47 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1991 Ford Falcon should accelerate faster than 1964 Nissan Bluebird. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Ford Falcon weights approximately 609 kg more than 1964 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, 1991 Ford Falcon (388 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 300 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 Nissan Bluebird. (88 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1991 Ford Falcon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1964 Nissan Bluebird.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Ford Falcon | 1964 Nissan Bluebird | |
| Make | Ford | Nissan |
| Model | Falcon | Bluebird |
| Year Released | 1991 | 1964 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4942 cc | 1189 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 221 HP | 47 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 388 Nm | 88 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1575 kg | 966 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4820 mm | 4000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1500 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2390 mm |
