2004 Chrysler Crossfire vs. 1974 Nissan Bluebird
To start off, 2004 Chrysler Crossfire is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Nissan Bluebird. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Nissan Bluebird would be higher. At 3,196 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Chrysler Crossfire is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Chrysler Crossfire (215 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 139 more horse power than 1974 Nissan Bluebird. (76 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Chrysler Crossfire should accelerate faster than 1974 Nissan Bluebird. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Chrysler Crossfire weights approximately 497 kg more than 1974 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, 2004 Chrysler Crossfire (340 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 205 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Nissan Bluebird. (135 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2004 Chrysler Crossfire will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Nissan Bluebird.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Chrysler Crossfire | 1974 Nissan Bluebird | |
| Make | Chrysler | Nissan |
| Model | Crossfire | Bluebird |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1974 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3196 cc | 1595 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 215 HP | 76 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 340 Nm | 135 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1452 kg | 955 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4060 mm | 4220 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2510 mm |
