1972 Nissan Cherry vs. 2003 Renault Kangoo
To start off, 2003 Renault Kangoo is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Nissan Cherry. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Nissan Cherry would be higher. At 1,461 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Renault Kangoo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Renault Kangoo (64 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 1972 Nissan Cherry. (44 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Renault Kangoo should accelerate faster than 1972 Nissan Cherry. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Renault Kangoo weights approximately 405 kg more than 1972 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, 2003 Renault Kangoo (160 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 79 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Nissan Cherry. (81 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2003 Renault Kangoo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Nissan Cherry.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Nissan Cherry | 2003 Renault Kangoo | |
| Make | Nissan | Renault |
| Model | Cherry | Kangoo |
| Year Released | 1972 | 2003 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Panel Van |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 987 cc | 1461 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 44 HP | 64 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 81 Nm | 160 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Vehicle Weight | 680 kg | 1085 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3620 mm | 4050 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1500 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1840 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2340 mm | 2620 mm |
