2009 Ford Ranger vs. 1976 Nissan Bluebird
To start off, 2009 Ford Ranger is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Nissan Bluebird. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Nissan Bluebird would be higher. At 2,260 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Ford Ranger is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Ford Ranger (143 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 67 more horse power than 1976 Nissan Bluebird. (76 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Ford Ranger should accelerate faster than 1976 Nissan Bluebird. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Ford Ranger weights approximately 6 kg more than 1976 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, 2009 Ford Ranger (209 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 74 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Nissan Bluebird. (135 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2009 Ford Ranger will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Nissan Bluebird.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Ford Ranger | 1976 Nissan Bluebird | |
| Make | Ford | Nissan |
| Model | Ranger | Bluebird |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1976 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2260 cc | 1595 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 143 HP | 76 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 209 Nm | 135 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 966 kg | 960 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4820 mm | 4220 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1690 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2510 mm |
