2008 Dodge Ram vs. 1986 Nissan Bluebird
To start off, 2008 Dodge Ram is newer by 22 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 5,654 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Dodge Ram is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Dodge Ram (346 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 265 more horse power than 1986 Nissan Bluebird. (81 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Dodge Ram should accelerate faster than 1986 Nissan Bluebird. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Dodge Ram weights approximately 735 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.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear 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, 2008 Dodge Ram (509 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 383 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Nissan Bluebird. (126 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2008 Dodge Ram will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Nissan Bluebird.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Dodge Ram | 1986 Nissan Bluebird | |
| Make | Dodge | Nissan |
| Model | Ram | Bluebird |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1986 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5654 cc | 1596 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 346 HP | 81 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 509 Nm | 126 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1745 kg | 1010 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5840 mm | 4380 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1880 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3580 mm | 2560 mm |
