2004 Ford Ka vs. 1986 Nissan Bluebird
To start off, 2004 Ford Ka 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 1,952 cc (4 cylinders), 1986 Nissan Bluebird is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Ford Ka (94 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 28 more horse power than 1986 Nissan Bluebird. (66 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Ford Ka should accelerate faster than 1986 Nissan Bluebird. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Ford Ka weights approximately 80 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.
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, 2004 Ford Ka (135 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 11 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Nissan Bluebird. (124 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2004 Ford Ka will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Nissan Bluebird.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Ford Ka | 1986 Nissan Bluebird | |
| Make | Ford | Nissan |
| Model | Ka | Bluebird |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1986 |
| Body Type | Roadster | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1597 cc | 1952 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 94 HP | 66 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 135 Nm | 124 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1136 kg | 1056 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3660 mm | 4380 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2560 mm |
