2006 Dodge Viper vs. 1982 Nissan Bluebird
To start off, 2006 Dodge Viper is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 Nissan Bluebird. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Nissan Bluebird would be higher. At 8,275 cc (10 cylinders), 2006 Dodge Viper is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Dodge Viper (510 HP) has 429 more horse power than 1982 Nissan Bluebird. (81 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Dodge Viper should accelerate faster than 1982 Nissan Bluebird. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Dodge Viper weights approximately 523 kg more than 1982 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, 2006 Dodge Viper (725 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 604 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Nissan Bluebird. (121 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2006 Dodge Viper will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Nissan Bluebird.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Dodge Viper | 1982 Nissan Bluebird | |
| Make | Dodge | Nissan |
| Model | Viper | Bluebird |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1982 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 8275 cc | 1595 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 510 HP | 81 HP |
| Torque | 725 Nm | 121 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1523 kg | 1000 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 4360 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1240 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2530 mm |
