2005 Ford E-150 vs. 1973 Nissan Bluebird
To start off, 2005 Ford E-150 is newer by 32 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 4,605 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Ford E-150 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Ford E-150 (225 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 149 more horse power than 1973 Nissan Bluebird. (76 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Ford E-150 should accelerate faster than 1973 Nissan Bluebird. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Ford E-150 weights approximately 1428 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.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Ford E-150 (373 Nm) has 238 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Nissan Bluebird. (135 Nm). This means 2005 Ford E-150 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Nissan Bluebird.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Ford E-150 | 1973 Nissan Bluebird | |
| Make | Ford | Nissan |
| Model | E-150 | Bluebird |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1973 |
| Body Type | Van | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4605 cc | 1595 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 225 HP | 76 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 373 Nm | 135 Nm |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2383 kg | 955 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5390 mm | 4220 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2060 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3510 mm | 2510 mm |
