2001 Ford Econovan vs. 1973 Nissan Bluebird
To start off, 2001 Ford Econovan is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Nissan Bluebird. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Nissan Bluebird would be higher. At 1,789 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Ford Econovan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Ford Econovan (90 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 1973 Nissan Bluebird. (76 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Ford Econovan should accelerate faster than 1973 Nissan Bluebird. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Ford Econovan weights approximately 340 kg more than 1973 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 Econovan (138 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 3 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Nissan Bluebird. (135 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2001 Ford Econovan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Nissan Bluebird.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Ford Econovan | 1973 Nissan Bluebird | |
| Make | Ford | Nissan |
| Model | Econovan | Bluebird |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1973 |
| Body Type | Van | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1789 cc | 1595 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 90 HP | 76 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 138 Nm | 135 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1295 kg | 955 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 4220 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1870 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2510 mm |
