1971 Nissan Cherry vs. 2005 Renault Kangoo
To start off, 2005 Renault Kangoo is newer by 34 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Nissan Cherry. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Nissan Cherry would be higher. At 1,868 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Renault Kangoo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Renault Kangoo (83 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 1971 Nissan Cherry. (53 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Renault Kangoo should accelerate faster than 1971 Nissan Cherry. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Renault Kangoo weights approximately 1075 kg more than 1971 Nissan Cherry. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Renault Kangoo (180 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 85 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Nissan Cherry. (95 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2005 Renault Kangoo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Nissan Cherry.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Nissan Cherry | 2005 Renault Kangoo | |
| Make | Nissan | Renault |
| Model | Cherry | Kangoo |
| Year Released | 1971 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Panel Van |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1171 cc | 1868 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 53 HP | 83 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 95 Nm | 180 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Vehicle Weight | 695 kg | 1770 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3700 mm | 4040 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1500 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1910 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2340 mm | 2630 mm |
