1997 Ford Scorpio vs. 1970 Nissan Bluebird
To start off, 1997 Ford Scorpio is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Nissan Bluebird. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Nissan Bluebird would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 1997 Ford Scorpio is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Ford Scorpio (114 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 52 more horse power than 1970 Nissan Bluebird. (62 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Ford Scorpio should accelerate faster than 1970 Nissan Bluebird. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Ford Scorpio weights approximately 325 kg more than 1970 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 Scorpio (173 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 70 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Nissan Bluebird. (103 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1997 Ford Scorpio will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Nissan Bluebird.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Ford Scorpio | 1970 Nissan Bluebird | |
| Make | Ford | Nissan |
| Model | Scorpio | Bluebird |
| Year Released | 1997 | 1970 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 1296 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 62 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 173 Nm | 103 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1230 kg | 905 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 4130 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1570 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1410 mm |
