2002 Dodge Viper vs. 1973 Nissan Bluebird
To start off, 2002 Dodge Viper is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Nissan Bluebird. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Nissan Bluebird would be higher. At 8,277 cc (10 cylinders), 2002 Dodge Viper is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Dodge Viper (460 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 384 more horse power than 1973 Nissan Bluebird. (76 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Dodge Viper should accelerate faster than 1973 Nissan Bluebird. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Dodge Viper weights approximately 902 kg more than 1973 Nissan Bluebird. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front 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, 2002 Dodge Viper (678 Nm) has 543 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Nissan Bluebird. (135 Nm). This means 2002 Dodge Viper will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Nissan Bluebird.
Compare all specifications:
2002 Dodge Viper | 1973 Nissan Bluebird | |
Make | Dodge | Nissan |
Model | Viper | Bluebird |
Year Released | 2002 | 1973 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 8277 cc | 1595 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 460 HP | 76 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 678 Nm | 135 Nm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1857 kg | 955 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4220 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1610 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1200 mm | 1390 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2510 mm |