1997 Ford Explorer vs. 1960 Nissan Bluebird
To start off, 1997 Ford Explorer is newer by 37 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 Nissan Bluebird. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 Nissan Bluebird would be higher. At 3,996 cc (6 cylinders), 1997 Ford Explorer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Ford Explorer (161 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 118 more horse power than 1960 Nissan Bluebird. (43 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Ford Explorer should accelerate faster than 1960 Nissan Bluebird. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Ford Explorer weights approximately 975 kg more than 1960 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, 1997 Ford Explorer (311 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 227 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Nissan Bluebird. (84 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1997 Ford Explorer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Nissan Bluebird.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Ford Explorer | 1960 Nissan Bluebird | |
| Make | Ford | Nissan |
| Model | Explorer | Bluebird |
| Year Released | 1997 | 1960 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3996 cc | 988 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 161 HP | 43 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 311 Nm | 84 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1900 kg | 925 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 3870 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1500 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1840 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2290 mm |
