2007 Dodge Charger vs. 1974 Nissan Bluebird
To start off, 2007 Dodge Charger is newer by 33 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 2,736 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Dodge Charger is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Dodge Charger (190 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 114 more horse power than 1974 Nissan Bluebird. (76 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Dodge Charger should accelerate faster than 1974 Nissan Bluebird. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Dodge Charger weights approximately 1388 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, 2007 Dodge Charger (258 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 123 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Nissan Bluebird. (135 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2007 Dodge Charger will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Nissan Bluebird. 2007 Dodge Charger has automatic transmission and 1974 Nissan Bluebird has manual transmission. 1974 Nissan Bluebird will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Dodge Charger will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Dodge Charger | 1974 Nissan Bluebird | |
| Make | Dodge | Nissan |
| Model | Charger | Bluebird |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1974 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2736 cc | 1595 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 190 HP | 76 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 258 Nm | 135 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 2343 kg | 955 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5090 mm | 4220 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3050 mm | 2510 mm |
