1986 Nissan Bluebird vs. 2010 Dodge Charger
To start off, 2010 Dodge Charger is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Nissan Bluebird. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Nissan Bluebird would be higher. At 2,700 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Dodge Charger is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Dodge Charger (178 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 77 more horse power than 1986 Nissan Bluebird. (101 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Dodge Charger should accelerate faster than 1986 Nissan Bluebird. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Dodge Charger weights approximately 511 kg more than 1986 Nissan Bluebird. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2010 Dodge Charger is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2010 Dodge Charger. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1986 Nissan Bluebird, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2010 Dodge Charger (257 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 94 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Nissan Bluebird. (163 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2010 Dodge Charger will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Nissan Bluebird. 2010 Dodge Charger has automatic transmission and 1986 Nissan Bluebird has manual transmission. 1986 Nissan Bluebird will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2010 Dodge Charger will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Nissan Bluebird | 2010 Dodge Charger | |
| Make | Nissan | Dodge |
| Model | Bluebird | Charger |
| Year Released | 1986 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1971 cc | 2700 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 101 HP | 178 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 163 Nm | 257 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1180 kg | 1691 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 5083 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1892 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1478 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 3048 mm |
