1972 Nissan Bluebird vs. 1996 Renault Megane
To start off, 1996 Renault Megane is newer by 24 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 1,869 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Renault Megane is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Renault Megane (94 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 22 more horse power than 1972 Nissan Bluebird. (72 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Renault Megane should accelerate faster than 1972 Nissan Bluebird. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Renault Megane weights approximately 430 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.
Let's talk about torque, 1996 Renault Megane (176 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 60 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Nissan Bluebird. (116 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1996 Renault Megane will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Nissan Bluebird.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Nissan Bluebird | 1996 Renault Megane | |
| Make | Nissan | Renault |
| Model | Bluebird | Megane |
| Year Released | 1972 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1428 cc | 1869 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 72 HP | 94 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 116 Nm | 176 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Vehicle Weight | 930 kg | 1360 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4130 mm | 4140 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1610 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2550 mm |
