1972 Nissan Cherry vs. 2007 Renault Kangoo
To start off, 2007 Renault Kangoo is newer by 35 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 1,390 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Renault Kangoo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Renault Kangoo (74 HP) has 30 more horse power than 1972 Nissan Cherry. (44 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Renault Kangoo should accelerate faster than 1972 Nissan Cherry. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Renault Kangoo weights approximately 1020 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, 2007 Renault Kangoo (114 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 33 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Nissan Cherry. (81 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2007 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 | 2007 Renault Kangoo | |
| Make | Nissan | Renault |
| Model | Cherry | Kangoo |
| Year Released | 1972 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Panel Van |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 987 cc | 1390 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 44 HP | 74 HP |
| Torque | 81 Nm | 114 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 680 kg | 1700 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3620 mm | 4000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1500 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1810 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2340 mm | 2610 mm |
