1964 Nissan Bluebird vs. 2001 Renault Megane
To start off, 2001 Renault Megane is newer by 37 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1964 Nissan Bluebird. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1964 Nissan Bluebird would be higher. At 1,390 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Renault Megane is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Renault Megane (94 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 47 more horse power than 1964 Nissan Bluebird. (47 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Renault Megane should accelerate faster than 1964 Nissan Bluebird. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Renault Megane weights approximately 114 kg more than 1964 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, 2001 Renault Megane (133 Nm @ 4750 RPM) has 45 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 Nissan Bluebird. (88 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2001 Renault Megane will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1964 Nissan Bluebird.
Compare all specifications:
| 1964 Nissan Bluebird | 2001 Renault Megane | |
| Make | Nissan | Renault |
| Model | Bluebird | Megane |
| Year Released | 1964 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1189 cc | 1390 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 47 HP | 94 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 88 Nm | 133 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 966 kg | 1080 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4000 mm | 4140 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1500 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2390 mm | 2570 mm |
