1969 Dodge Dart vs. 1976 Nissan Bluebird
To start off, 1976 Nissan Bluebird is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Dodge Dart. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Dodge Dart would be higher. At 5,562 cc (8 cylinders), 1969 Dodge Dart is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1969 Dodge Dart (235 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 115 more horse power than 1976 Nissan Bluebird. (120 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1969 Dodge Dart should accelerate faster than 1976 Nissan Bluebird. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1969 Dodge Dart weights approximately 220 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, 1969 Dodge Dart (421 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 254 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Nissan Bluebird. (167 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1969 Dodge Dart will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Nissan Bluebird.
Compare all specifications:
1969 Dodge Dart | 1976 Nissan Bluebird | |
Make | Dodge | Nissan |
Model | Dart | Bluebird |
Year Released | 1969 | 1976 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5562 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 235 HP | 120 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 421 Nm | 167 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 1395 kg | 1175 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4990 mm | 4460 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1650 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1390 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2660 mm |