1996 Dodge Ram vs. 1974 Nissan Bluebird
To start off, 1996 Dodge Ram is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Nissan Bluebird. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Nissan Bluebird would be higher. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Dodge Ram weights approximately 131 kg more than 1974 Nissan Bluebird.
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, 1996 Dodge Ram (447 Nm) has 312 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Nissan Bluebird. (135 Nm). This means 1996 Dodge Ram will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Nissan Bluebird.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Dodge Ram | 1974 Nissan Bluebird | |
| Make | Dodge | Nissan |
| Model | Ram | Bluebird |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1974 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 0 HP | 76 HP |
| Torque | 447 Nm | 135 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1086 kg | 955 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5190 mm | 4220 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1830 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3020 mm | 2510 mm |
