2002 Dodge Intrepid vs. 1971 Nissan Bluebird
To start off, 2002 Dodge Intrepid is newer by 31 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 2,736 cc (6 cylinders), 2002 Dodge Intrepid is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Dodge Intrepid (197 HP) has 116 more horse power than 1971 Nissan Bluebird. (81 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Dodge Intrepid should accelerate faster than 1971 Nissan Bluebird. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Dodge Intrepid weights approximately 542 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, 2002 Dodge Intrepid (257 Nm @ 4850 RPM) has 110 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Nissan Bluebird. (147 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2002 Dodge Intrepid will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Nissan Bluebird.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Dodge Intrepid | 1971 Nissan Bluebird | |
| Make | Dodge | Nissan |
| Model | Intrepid | Bluebird |
| Year Released | 2002 | 1971 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2736 cc | 1770 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 197 HP | 81 HP |
| Torque | 257 Nm | 147 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4850 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1572 kg | 1030 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5180 mm | 4220 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 2510 mm |
