1999 Ford Cougar vs. 1980 Nissan Bluebird
To start off, 1999 Ford Cougar is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Nissan Bluebird. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Nissan Bluebird would be higher. At 2,544 cc (6 cylinders), 1999 Ford Cougar is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Ford Cougar (168 HP) has 109 more horse power than 1980 Nissan Bluebird. (59 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Ford Cougar should accelerate faster than 1980 Nissan Bluebird. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Ford Cougar weights approximately 220 kg more than 1980 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, 1999 Ford Cougar (220 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 104 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Nissan Bluebird. (116 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1999 Ford Cougar will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Nissan Bluebird.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Ford Cougar | 1980 Nissan Bluebird | |
| Make | Ford | Nissan |
| Model | Cougar | Bluebird |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1980 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2544 cc | 1951 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 168 HP | 59 HP |
| Torque | 220 Nm | 116 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Vehicle Weight | 1410 kg | 1190 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4710 mm | 4360 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2530 mm |
