2004 Dodge Sprinter vs. 1986 Nissan Bluebird
To start off, 2004 Dodge Sprinter is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Nissan Bluebird. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Nissan Bluebird would be higher. At 2,688 cc (5 cylinders), 2004 Dodge Sprinter is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Dodge Sprinter (154 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 88 more horse power than 1986 Nissan Bluebird. (66 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Dodge Sprinter should accelerate faster than 1986 Nissan Bluebird. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Dodge Sprinter weights approximately 900 kg more than 1986 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 Sprinter (330 Nm) has 206 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Nissan Bluebird. (124 Nm). This means 2004 Dodge Sprinter will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Nissan Bluebird.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Dodge Sprinter | 1986 Nissan Bluebird | |
| Make | Dodge | Nissan |
| Model | Sprinter | Bluebird |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1986 |
| Body Type | Van | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2688 cc | 1952 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 154 HP | 66 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 330 Nm | 124 Nm |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1956 kg | 1056 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5720 mm | 4380 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2370 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3000 mm | 2560 mm |
