1992 Ford Granada vs. 1973 Nissan Bluebird
To start off, 1992 Ford Granada is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Nissan Bluebird. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Nissan Bluebird would be higher. At 1,993 cc (4 cylinders), 1992 Ford Granada is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Ford Granada (101 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 1973 Nissan Bluebird. (76 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1992 Ford Granada should accelerate faster than 1973 Nissan Bluebird. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Ford Granada weights approximately 330 kg more than 1973 Nissan Bluebird. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1992 Ford Granada (153 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 18 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Nissan Bluebird. (135 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1992 Ford Granada will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Nissan Bluebird.
Compare all specifications:
1992 Ford Granada | 1973 Nissan Bluebird | |
Make | Ford | Nissan |
Model | Granada | Bluebird |
Year Released | 1992 | 1973 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1993 cc | 1595 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 101 HP | 76 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 153 Nm | 135 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1285 kg | 955 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4220 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1610 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1390 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2510 mm |