2004 Ford Mustang vs. 1973 Nissan Bluebird
To start off, 2004 Ford Mustang is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Nissan Bluebird. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Nissan Bluebird would be higher. At 4,606 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Ford Mustang is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Ford Mustang (296 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 220 more horse power than 1973 Nissan Bluebird. (76 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Ford Mustang should accelerate faster than 1973 Nissan Bluebird. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Ford Mustang weights approximately 707 kg more than 1973 Nissan Bluebird. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front 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 Mustang (427 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 292 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Nissan Bluebird. (135 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2004 Ford Mustang will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Nissan Bluebird.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Ford Mustang | 1973 Nissan Bluebird | |
Make | Ford | Nissan |
Model | Mustang | Bluebird |
Year Released | 2004 | 1973 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4606 cc | 1595 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 296 HP | 76 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 427 Nm | 135 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1662 kg | 955 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4220 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1610 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1390 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2510 mm |