1960 Nissan Bluebird vs. 1995 Renault Laguna
To start off, 1995 Renault Laguna is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 Nissan Bluebird. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 Nissan Bluebird would be higher. At 1,868 cc (4 cylinders), 1995 Renault Laguna is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Renault Laguna (97 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 54 more horse power than 1960 Nissan Bluebird. (43 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Renault Laguna should accelerate faster than 1960 Nissan Bluebird. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Renault Laguna weights approximately 460 kg more than 1960 Nissan Bluebird. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1960 Nissan Bluebird is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1995 Renault Laguna. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1960 Nissan Bluebird will offer significantly more control. 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, 1995 Renault Laguna (200 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 116 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Nissan Bluebird. (84 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1995 Renault Laguna will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Nissan Bluebird.
Compare all specifications:
| 1960 Nissan Bluebird | 1995 Renault Laguna | |
| Make | Nissan | Renault |
| Model | Bluebird | Laguna |
| Year Released | 1960 | 1995 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 988 cc | 1868 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 43 HP | 97 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 84 Nm | 200 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 925 kg | 1385 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3870 mm | 4510 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1500 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2680 mm |
