2004 Ford Fiesta vs. 1987 Nissan Bluebird
To start off, 2004 Ford Fiesta is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Nissan Bluebird. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Nissan Bluebird would be higher. At 1,598 cc (4 cylinders), 1987 Nissan Bluebird is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Nissan Bluebird (81 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 2004 Ford Fiesta. (79 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1987 Nissan Bluebird should accelerate faster than 2004 Ford Fiesta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Ford Fiesta weights approximately 95 kg more than 1987 Nissan Bluebird.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear 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, 1987 Nissan Bluebird (126 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 2 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Ford Fiesta. (124 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1987 Nissan Bluebird will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Ford Fiesta.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Ford Fiesta | 1987 Nissan Bluebird | |
| Make | Ford | Nissan |
| Model | Fiesta | Bluebird |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1987 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1388 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 79 HP | 81 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 124 Nm | 126 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1105 kg | 1010 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3920 mm | 4380 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2560 mm |
