1972 Nissan President vs. 2003 Renault Be Bop
To start off, 2003 Renault Be Bop is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Nissan President. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Nissan President would be higher. At 2,974 cc (6 cylinders), 1972 Nissan President is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Renault Be Bop (221 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 112 more horse power than 1972 Nissan President. (109 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Renault Be Bop should accelerate faster than 1972 Nissan President. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Nissan President weights approximately 305 kg more than 2003 Renault Be Bop.
Because 2003 Renault Be Bop is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1972 Nissan President. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 Renault Be Bop will offer significantly more control. 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, 2003 Renault Be Bop (300 Nm) has 64 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Nissan President. (236 Nm). This means 2003 Renault Be Bop will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Nissan President.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Nissan President | 2003 Renault Be Bop | |
| Make | Nissan | Renault |
| Model | President | Be Bop |
| Year Released | 1972 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2974 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 109 HP | 221 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 236 Nm | 300 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1605 kg | 1300 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5050 mm | 4050 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1560 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2610 mm |
