1972 Nissan Bluebird vs. 2011 Dodge Dakota
To start off, 2011 Dodge Dakota is newer by 39 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Nissan Bluebird. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Nissan Bluebird would be higher. At 3,701 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Dodge Dakota is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Dodge Dakota (207 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 135 more horse power than 1972 Nissan Bluebird. (72 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Dodge Dakota should accelerate faster than 1972 Nissan Bluebird.
Let's talk about torque, 2011 Dodge Dakota (236 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 120 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Nissan Bluebird. (116 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2011 Dodge Dakota will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Nissan Bluebird.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Nissan Bluebird | 2011 Dodge Dakota | |
| Make | Nissan | Dodge |
| Model | Bluebird | Dakota |
| Year Released | 1972 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1428 cc | 3701 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 72 HP | 207 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 116 Nm | 236 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Length | 4130 mm | 5560 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1750 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 3340 mm |
