2004 Dodge Dakota vs. 1960 Nissan Bluebird
To start off, 2004 Dodge Dakota is newer by 44 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 Nissan Bluebird. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 Nissan Bluebird would be higher. At 3,687 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Dodge Dakota is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Dodge Dakota (210 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 167 more horse power than 1960 Nissan Bluebird. (43 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Dodge Dakota should accelerate faster than 1960 Nissan Bluebird. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Dodge Dakota weights approximately 760 kg more than 1960 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, 2004 Dodge Dakota (319 Nm) has 235 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Nissan Bluebird. (84 Nm). This means 2004 Dodge Dakota will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Nissan Bluebird.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Dodge Dakota | 1960 Nissan Bluebird | |
| Make | Dodge | Nissan |
| Model | Dakota | Bluebird |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1960 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3687 cc | 988 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 210 HP | 43 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 319 Nm | 84 Nm |
| Vehicle Weight | 1685 kg | 925 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4980 mm | 3870 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1500 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1680 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2290 mm |
