2004 Ford F-250 vs. 1970 Nissan Bluebird
To start off, 2004 Ford F-250 is newer by 34 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Nissan Bluebird. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Nissan Bluebird would be higher. At 5,408 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Ford F-250 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Ford F-250 (296 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 224 more horse power than 1970 Nissan Bluebird. (72 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Ford F-250 should accelerate faster than 1970 Nissan Bluebird. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Ford F-250 weights approximately 1710 kg more than 1970 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 F-250 (495 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 379 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Nissan Bluebird. (116 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2004 Ford F-250 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Nissan Bluebird.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Ford F-250 | 1970 Nissan Bluebird | |
| Make | Ford | Nissan |
| Model | F-250 | Bluebird |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1970 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5408 cc | 1427 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 296 HP | 72 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 495 Nm | 116 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 2640 kg | 930 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5760 mm | 4130 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1570 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1950 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3490 mm | 2430 mm |
