2002 Dodge Stratus vs. 1963 Nissan Bluebird
To start off, 2002 Dodge Stratus is newer by 39 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 Nissan Bluebird. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 Nissan Bluebird would be higher. At 2,429 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Dodge Stratus is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Dodge Stratus (145 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 98 more horse power than 1963 Nissan Bluebird. (47 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Dodge Stratus should accelerate faster than 1963 Nissan Bluebird. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Dodge Stratus weights approximately 420 kg more than 1963 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 Stratus (214 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 126 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Nissan Bluebird. (88 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2002 Dodge Stratus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Nissan Bluebird.
Compare all specifications:
2002 Dodge Stratus | 1963 Nissan Bluebird | |
Make | Dodge | Nissan |
Model | Stratus | Bluebird |
Year Released | 2002 | 1963 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2429 cc | 1189 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 145 HP | 47 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 214 Nm | 88 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Vehicle Weight | 1380 kg | 960 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4840 mm | 4000 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1500 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2390 mm |