2008 Dodge Ram vs. 1972 Nissan Bluebird
To start off, 2008 Dodge Ram is newer by 36 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Nissan Bluebird. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Nissan Bluebird would be higher. At 5,653 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Dodge Ram is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Dodge Ram (330 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 258 more horse power than 1972 Nissan Bluebird. (72 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Dodge Ram should accelerate faster than 1972 Nissan Bluebird. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Dodge Ram weights approximately 430 kg more than 1972 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, 2008 Dodge Ram (509 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 393 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Nissan Bluebird. (116 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2008 Dodge Ram will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Nissan Bluebird.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Dodge Ram | 1972 Nissan Bluebird | |
| Make | Dodge | Nissan |
| Model | Ram | Bluebird |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5653 cc | 1428 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 330 HP | 72 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 509 Nm | 116 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1360 kg | 930 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 6350 mm | 4130 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2440 mm | 1570 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1910 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 4080 mm | 2430 mm |
