1976 Nissan Skyline vs. 2007 Renault Kangoo
To start off, 2007 Renault Kangoo is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Nissan Skyline. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Nissan Skyline would be higher. At 1,593 cc (4 cylinders), 1976 Nissan Skyline is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1976 Nissan Skyline (85 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 2007 Renault Kangoo. (74 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1976 Nissan Skyline should accelerate faster than 2007 Renault Kangoo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Renault Kangoo weights approximately 397 kg more than 1976 Nissan Skyline.
Because 1976 Nissan Skyline is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1976 Nissan Skyline. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Renault Kangoo, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1976 Nissan Skyline (138 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 24 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Renault Kangoo. (114 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1976 Nissan Skyline will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Renault Kangoo.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Nissan Skyline | 2007 Renault Kangoo | |
| Make | Nissan | Renault |
| Model | Skyline | Kangoo |
| Year Released | 1976 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1593 cc | 1390 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 138 Nm | 114 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 980 kg | 1377 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4260 mm | 4000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1810 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2610 mm |
