2002 Ford Explorer vs. 1967 Nissan Bluebird
To start off, 2002 Ford Explorer is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Nissan Bluebird. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Nissan Bluebird would be higher. At 4,016 cc (6 cylinders), 2002 Ford Explorer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Ford Explorer (210 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 148 more horse power than 1967 Nissan Bluebird. (62 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Ford Explorer should accelerate faster than 1967 Nissan Bluebird. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Ford Explorer weights approximately 1033 kg more than 1967 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, 2002 Ford Explorer (321 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 218 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Nissan Bluebird. (103 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2002 Ford Explorer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Nissan Bluebird.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Ford Explorer | 1967 Nissan Bluebird | |
| Make | Ford | Nissan |
| Model | Explorer | Bluebird |
| Year Released | 2002 | 1967 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4016 cc | 1296 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 210 HP | 62 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 321 Nm | 103 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1939 kg | 906 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5240 mm | 4130 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1570 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1790 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3070 mm | 2430 mm |
