1993 Ford Mondeo vs. 1972 Nissan Bluebird
To start off, 1993 Ford Mondeo is newer by 21 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 1,796 cc (4 cylinders), 1993 Ford Mondeo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Ford Mondeo (115 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 43 more horse power than 1972 Nissan Bluebird. (72 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1993 Ford Mondeo should accelerate faster than 1972 Nissan Bluebird. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Ford Mondeo weights approximately 415 kg more than 1972 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, 1993 Ford Mondeo (157 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 41 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Nissan Bluebird. (116 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1993 Ford Mondeo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Nissan Bluebird.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Ford Mondeo | 1972 Nissan Bluebird | |
| Make | Ford | Nissan |
| Model | Mondeo | Bluebird |
| Year Released | 1993 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1796 cc | 1428 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 115 HP | 72 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 157 Nm | 116 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Vehicle Weight | 1345 kg | 930 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4130 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1570 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2430 mm |
