1997 Ford Scorpio vs. 1976 Nissan Bluebird
To start off, 1997 Ford Scorpio is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Nissan Bluebird. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Nissan Bluebird would be higher. At 2,499 cc (4 cylinders), 1997 Ford Scorpio is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Ford Scorpio (123 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 1976 Nissan Bluebird. (120 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Ford Scorpio should accelerate faster than 1976 Nissan Bluebird. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Ford Scorpio weights approximately 381 kg more than 1976 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, 1997 Ford Scorpio (293 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 126 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Nissan Bluebird. (167 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1997 Ford Scorpio will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Nissan Bluebird.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Ford Scorpio | 1976 Nissan Bluebird | |
| Make | Ford | Nissan |
| Model | Scorpio | Bluebird |
| Year Released | 1997 | 1976 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2499 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 120 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 293 Nm | 167 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1556 kg | 1175 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 4460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1390 mm |
