2002 Ford F-150 vs. 1971 Nissan Bluebird
To start off, 2002 Ford F-150 is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Nissan Bluebird. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Nissan Bluebird would be higher. At 4,195 cc (6 cylinders), 2002 Ford F-150 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Ford F-150 (202 HP) has 121 more horse power than 1971 Nissan Bluebird. (81 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Ford F-150 should accelerate faster than 1971 Nissan Bluebird. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Ford F-150 weights approximately 1045 kg more than 1971 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 F-150 (339 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 192 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Nissan Bluebird. (147 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2002 Ford F-150 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Nissan Bluebird.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Ford F-150 | 1971 Nissan Bluebird | |
| Make | Ford | Nissan |
| Model | F-150 | Bluebird |
| Year Released | 2002 | 1971 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4195 cc | 1770 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 202 HP | 81 HP |
| Torque | 339 Nm | 147 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 2075 kg | 1030 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5230 mm | 4220 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1850 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3050 mm | 2510 mm |
