2009 Dodge Caliber vs. 1971 Nissan Bluebird
To start off, 2009 Dodge Caliber is newer by 38 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Nissan Bluebird. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Nissan Bluebird would be higher. At 1,968 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Dodge Caliber is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Dodge Caliber (138 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 66 more horse power than 1971 Nissan Bluebird. (72 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Dodge Caliber should accelerate faster than 1971 Nissan Bluebird. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Dodge Caliber weights approximately 495 kg more than 1971 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, 2009 Dodge Caliber (310 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 194 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Nissan Bluebird. (116 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2009 Dodge Caliber will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Nissan Bluebird.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Dodge Caliber | 1971 Nissan Bluebird | |
| Make | Dodge | Nissan |
| Model | Caliber | Bluebird |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1971 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1968 cc | 1428 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 72 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 310 Nm | 116 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1425 kg | 930 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4420 mm | 4130 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1570 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2430 mm |
