1972 Nissan Bluebird vs. 2003 Renault Laguna
To start off, 2003 Renault Laguna is newer by 31 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 1,598 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Renault Laguna is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Renault Laguna (108 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 36 more horse power than 1972 Nissan Bluebird. (72 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Renault Laguna should accelerate faster than 1972 Nissan Bluebird. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Renault Laguna weights approximately 500 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, 2003 Renault Laguna (148 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 32 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Nissan Bluebird. (116 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2003 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 | 2003 Renault Laguna | |
| Make | Nissan | Renault |
| Model | Bluebird | Laguna |
| Year Released | 1972 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1428 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 72 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 116 Nm | 148 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 930 kg | 1430 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4130 mm | 4700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2480 mm |
