1980 Renault 14 vs. 1996 Nissan Rasheen
To start off, 1996 Nissan Rasheen is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Renault 14. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Renault 14 would be higher. At 1,497 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Nissan Rasheen is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Nissan Rasheen (104 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 46 more horse power than 1980 Renault 14. (58 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Nissan Rasheen should accelerate faster than 1980 Renault 14. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Nissan Rasheen weights approximately 295 kg more than 1980 Renault 14. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1996 Nissan Rasheen is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1980 Renault 14. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1996 Nissan Rasheen 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, 1996 Nissan Rasheen (139 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 47 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Renault 14. (92 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1996 Nissan Rasheen will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Renault 14. 1996 Nissan Rasheen has automatic transmission and 1980 Renault 14 has manual transmission. 1980 Renault 14 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1996 Nissan Rasheen will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Renault 14 | 1996 Nissan Rasheen | |
| Make | Renault | Nissan |
| Model | 14 | Rasheen |
| Year Released | 1980 | 1996 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1218 cc | 1497 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 58 HP | 104 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 92 Nm | 139 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 865 kg | 1160 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4030 mm | 4120 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1520 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2440 mm |
