1998 Dodge Stealth vs. 1961 Nissan Bluebird
To start off, 1998 Dodge Stealth is newer by 37 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Nissan Bluebird. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Nissan Bluebird would be higher. At 2,971 cc (6 cylinders), 1998 Dodge Stealth is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Dodge Stealth (282 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 239 more horse power than 1961 Nissan Bluebird. (43 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Dodge Stealth should accelerate faster than 1961 Nissan Bluebird. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Dodge Stealth weights approximately 805 kg more than 1961 Nissan Bluebird. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear 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, 1998 Dodge Stealth (428 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 344 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Nissan Bluebird. (84 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1998 Dodge Stealth will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Nissan Bluebird.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Dodge Stealth | 1961 Nissan Bluebird | |
| Make | Dodge | Nissan |
| Model | Stealth | Bluebird |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1961 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2971 cc | 988 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 282 HP | 43 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 428 Nm | 84 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Vehicle Weight | 1730 kg | 925 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 3870 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1500 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2290 mm |
