2005 Ford Falcon vs. 1977 Nissan Bluebird
To start off, 2005 Ford Falcon is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Nissan Bluebird. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Nissan Bluebird would be higher. At 3,984 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Ford Falcon is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Ford Falcon weights approximately 536 kg more than 1977 Nissan Bluebird.
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. 2005 Ford Falcon has automatic transmission and 1977 Nissan Bluebird has manual transmission. 1977 Nissan Bluebird will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 Ford Falcon will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Ford Falcon | 1977 Nissan Bluebird | |
Make | Ford | Nissan |
Model | Falcon | Bluebird |
Year Released | 2005 | 1977 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3984 cc | 1595 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 200 HP | 0 HP |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1581 kg | 1045 kg |
Wheelbase Size | 2930 mm | 2660 mm |