2006 Ford Freestyle vs. 1971 Nissan Bluebird
To start off, 2006 Ford Freestyle is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Nissan Bluebird. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Nissan Bluebird would be higher. At 2,983 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Ford Freestyle is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Ford Freestyle (203 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 131 more horse power than 1971 Nissan Bluebird. (72 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Ford Freestyle should accelerate faster than 1971 Nissan Bluebird. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Ford Freestyle weights approximately 785 kg more than 1971 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, 2006 Ford Freestyle (281 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 165 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Nissan Bluebird. (116 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2006 Ford Freestyle will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Nissan Bluebird.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Ford Freestyle | 1971 Nissan Bluebird | |
| Make | Ford | Nissan |
| Model | Freestyle | Bluebird |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1971 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2983 cc | 1428 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 203 HP | 72 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 281 Nm | 116 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Vehicle Weight | 1715 kg | 930 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5080 mm | 4130 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1570 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1680 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2870 mm | 2430 mm |
