2009 Ford Escape vs. 1971 Nissan Bluebird
To start off, 2009 Ford Escape is newer by 38 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. In terms of performance, 2009 Ford Escape (171 HP) has 90 more horse power than 1971 Nissan Bluebird. (81 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Ford Escape should accelerate faster than 1971 Nissan Bluebird. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 Nissan Bluebird weights approximately 58 kg more than 2009 Ford Escape.
Let's talk about torque, 2009 Ford Escape (232 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 85 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Nissan Bluebird. (147 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2009 Ford Escape will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Nissan Bluebird.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Ford Escape | 1971 Nissan Bluebird | |
| Make | Ford | Nissan |
| Model | Escape | Bluebird |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1971 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 171 HP | 81 HP |
| Torque | 232 Nm | 147 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 972 kg | 1030 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4220 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1730 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2510 mm |
