1972 Nissan Bluebird vs. 1995 Renault Laguna
To start off, 1995 Renault Laguna is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Nissan Bluebird. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Nissan Bluebird would be higher. At 2,946 cc (6 cylinders), 1995 Renault Laguna is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Renault Laguna (188 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 112 more horse power than 1972 Nissan Bluebird. (76 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Renault Laguna should accelerate faster than 1972 Nissan Bluebird. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Renault Laguna weights approximately 575 kg more than 1972 Nissan Bluebird. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1972 Nissan Bluebird is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1972 Nissan Bluebird. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1995 Renault Laguna, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 (268 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 132 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Nissan Bluebird. (136 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1995 Renault Laguna will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Nissan Bluebird.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Nissan Bluebird | 1995 Renault Laguna | |
| Make | Nissan | Renault |
| Model | Bluebird | Laguna |
| Year Released | 1972 | 1995 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1595 cc | 2946 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 76 HP | 188 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 136 Nm | 268 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 955 kg | 1530 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4220 mm | 4630 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2680 mm |
