2001 Ford 49 vs. 1980 Nissan Bluebird
To start off, 2001 Ford 49 is newer by 21 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 3,899 cc (8 cylinders), 2001 Ford 49 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Ford 49 (128 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 39 more horse power than 1980 Nissan Bluebird. (89 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Ford 49 should accelerate faster than 1980 Nissan Bluebird. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Ford 49 weights approximately 318 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.
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, 2001 Ford 49 (175 Nm) has 43 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Nissan Bluebird. (132 Nm). This means 2001 Ford 49 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Nissan Bluebird.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Ford 49 | 1980 Nissan Bluebird | |
| Make | Ford | Nissan |
| Model | 49 | Bluebird |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1980 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3899 cc | 1595 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 128 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 175 Nm | 132 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1298 kg | 980 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2530 mm |
