1999 Dodge Avenger vs. 1987 Nissan Bluebird
To start off, 1999 Dodge Avenger is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Nissan Bluebird. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Nissan Bluebird would be higher. At 1,996 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Dodge Avenger is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Dodge Avenger (140 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 59 more horse power than 1987 Nissan Bluebird. (81 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Dodge Avenger should accelerate faster than 1987 Nissan Bluebird. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Dodge Avenger weights approximately 360 kg more than 1987 Nissan Bluebird. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than 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, 1999 Dodge Avenger (180 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 54 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Nissan Bluebird. (126 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1999 Dodge Avenger will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Nissan Bluebird.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Dodge Avenger | 1987 Nissan Bluebird | |
| Make | Dodge | Nissan |
| Model | Avenger | Bluebird |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1987 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1996 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 140 HP | 81 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 180 Nm | 126 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1370 kg | 1010 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 4380 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2560 mm |
