1961 Nissan Bluebird vs. 1997 Plymouth Neon
To start off, 1997 Plymouth Neon is newer by 36 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Nissan Bluebird. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Nissan Bluebird would be higher. At 1,996 cc (4 cylinders), 1997 Plymouth Neon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Plymouth Neon (131 HP @ 5850 RPM) has 88 more horse power than 1961 Nissan Bluebird. (43 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Plymouth Neon should accelerate faster than 1961 Nissan Bluebird. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Plymouth Neon weights approximately 184 kg more than 1961 Nissan Bluebird. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1961 Nissan Bluebird is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1997 Plymouth Neon. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1961 Nissan Bluebird will offer significantly more control. 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, 1997 Plymouth Neon (174 Nm @ 4950 RPM) has 90 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Nissan Bluebird. (84 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1997 Plymouth Neon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Nissan Bluebird.
Compare all specifications:
| 1961 Nissan Bluebird | 1997 Plymouth Neon | |
| Make | Nissan | Plymouth |
| Model | Bluebird | Neon |
| Year Released | 1961 | 1997 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 988 cc | 1996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 43 HP | 131 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5850 RPM |
| Torque | 84 Nm | 174 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4950 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 925 kg | 1109 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3870 mm | 4370 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1500 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2650 mm |
