1968 Dodge Dart vs. 1963 Nissan Bluebird
To start off, 1968 Dodge Dart is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 Nissan Bluebird. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 Nissan Bluebird would be higher. At 4,492 cc (8 cylinders), 1968 Dodge Dart is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 Dodge Dart (190 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 143 more horse power than 1963 Nissan Bluebird. (47 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1968 Dodge Dart should accelerate faster than 1963 Nissan Bluebird. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Dodge Dart weights approximately 420 kg more than 1963 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, 1968 Dodge Dart (353 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 265 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Nissan Bluebird. (88 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1968 Dodge Dart will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Nissan Bluebird.
Compare all specifications:
1968 Dodge Dart | 1963 Nissan Bluebird | |
Make | Dodge | Nissan |
Model | Dart | Bluebird |
Year Released | 1968 | 1963 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4492 cc | 1189 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 190 HP | 47 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 353 Nm | 88 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Vehicle Weight | 1380 kg | 960 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4970 mm | 4000 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1500 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2390 mm |