2009 Dodge Sprinter vs. 1980 Nissan Bluebird
To start off, 2009 Dodge Sprinter is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Nissan Bluebird. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Nissan Bluebird would be higher. At 2,986 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Dodge Sprinter is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Dodge Sprinter (152 HP @ 3400 RPM) has 32 more horse power than 1980 Nissan Bluebird. (120 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Dodge Sprinter should accelerate faster than 1980 Nissan Bluebird.
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, 2009 Dodge Sprinter (280 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 110 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Nissan Bluebird. (170 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2009 Dodge Sprinter will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Nissan Bluebird.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Dodge Sprinter | 1980 Nissan Bluebird | |
Make | Dodge | Nissan |
Model | Sprinter | Bluebird |
Year Released | 2009 | 1980 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2986 cc | 2393 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 152 HP | 120 HP |
Engine RPM | 3400 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 280 Nm | 170 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Vehicle Length | 5910 mm | 4360 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1660 mm |
Vehicle Height | 2450 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3670 mm | 2530 mm |