1996 Dodge Intrepid vs. 1970 Nissan Bluebird
To start off, 1996 Dodge Intrepid is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Nissan Bluebird. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Nissan Bluebird would be higher. At 3,228 cc (6 cylinders), 1996 Dodge Intrepid is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Dodge Intrepid (200 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 138 more horse power than 1970 Nissan Bluebird. (62 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Dodge Intrepid should accelerate faster than 1970 Nissan Bluebird. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Dodge Intrepid weights approximately 600 kg more than 1970 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, 1996 Dodge Intrepid (305 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 202 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Nissan Bluebird. (103 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1996 Dodge Intrepid will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Nissan Bluebird.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Dodge Intrepid | 1970 Nissan Bluebird | |
| Make | Dodge | Nissan |
| Model | Intrepid | Bluebird |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1970 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3228 cc | 1296 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 200 HP | 62 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 305 Nm | 103 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1505 kg | 905 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5126 mm | 4130 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1570 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2870 mm | 2430 mm |
