1998 Dodge Dakota vs. 1971 Nissan Bluebird
To start off, 1998 Dodge Dakota is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Nissan Bluebird. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Nissan Bluebird would be higher. At 2,458 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 Dodge Dakota is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Dodge Dakota (118 HP) has 37 more horse power than 1971 Nissan Bluebird. (81 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Dodge Dakota should accelerate faster than 1971 Nissan Bluebird. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Dodge Dakota weights approximately 515 kg more than 1971 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, 1998 Dodge Dakota (196 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 49 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Nissan Bluebird. (147 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1998 Dodge Dakota will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Nissan Bluebird.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Dodge Dakota | 1971 Nissan Bluebird | |
| Make | Dodge | Nissan |
| Model | Dakota | Bluebird |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1971 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2458 cc | 1770 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 81 HP |
| Torque | 196 Nm | 147 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1530 kg | 1015 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4980 mm | 4220 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1670 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2510 mm |
