2005 Ford F-150 vs. 1982 Nissan Bluebird
To start off, 2005 Ford F-150 is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 Nissan Bluebird. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Nissan Bluebird would be higher. At 4,196 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Ford F-150 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Ford F-150 (200 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 106 more horse power than 1982 Nissan Bluebird. (94 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Ford F-150 should accelerate faster than 1982 Nissan Bluebird. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Ford F-150 weights approximately 995 kg more than 1982 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, 2005 Ford F-150 (342 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 190 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Nissan Bluebird. (152 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2005 Ford F-150 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Nissan Bluebird.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Ford F-150 | 1982 Nissan Bluebird | |
Make | Ford | Nissan |
Model | F-150 | Bluebird |
Year Released | 2005 | 1982 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4196 cc | 1952 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 200 HP | 94 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 342 Nm | 152 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 2125 kg | 1130 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5380 mm | 4430 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1660 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1860 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3200 mm | 2530 mm |