1993 Bristol Blenheim vs. 2009 Dodge Nitro
To start off, 2009 Dodge Nitro is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Bristol Blenheim. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Bristol Blenheim would be higher. At 5,898 cc (8 cylinders), 1993 Bristol Blenheim is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Bristol Blenheim (228 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 53 more horse power than 2009 Dodge Nitro. (175 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1993 Bristol Blenheim should accelerate faster than 2009 Dodge Nitro. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Dodge Nitro weights approximately 115 kg more than 1993 Bristol Blenheim.
Because 2009 Dodge Nitro is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1993 Bristol Blenheim. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Dodge Nitro 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, 2009 Dodge Nitro (460 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Bristol Blenheim. (440 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2009 Dodge Nitro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Bristol Blenheim.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Bristol Blenheim | 2009 Dodge Nitro | |
| Make | Bristol | Dodge |
| Model | Blenheim | Nitro |
| Year Released | 1993 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5898 cc | 2768 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 228 HP | 175 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 440 Nm | 460 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1745 kg | 1860 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 4590 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1780 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 2770 mm |
