2004 Ford E-350 vs. 1986 Nissan Bluebird
To start off, 2004 Ford E-350 is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Nissan Bluebird. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Nissan Bluebird would be higher. At 5,408 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Ford E-350 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Ford E-350 (255 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 166 more horse power than 1986 Nissan Bluebird. (89 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Ford E-350 should accelerate faster than 1986 Nissan Bluebird. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Ford E-350 weights approximately 1317 kg more than 1986 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, 2004 Ford E-350 (475 Nm) has 325 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Nissan Bluebird. (150 Nm). This means 2004 Ford E-350 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Nissan Bluebird.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Ford E-350 | 1986 Nissan Bluebird | |
| Make | Ford | Nissan |
| Model | E-350 | Bluebird |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1986 |
| Body Type | Van | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5408 cc | 1808 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 255 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 475 Nm | 150 Nm |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2422 kg | 1105 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5390 mm | 4380 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2120 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3510 mm | 2560 mm |
