1981 Nissan Laurel vs. 2008 Renault Kangoo
To start off, 2008 Renault Kangoo is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Nissan Laurel. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Nissan Laurel would be higher. At 2,753 cc (6 cylinders), 1981 Nissan Laurel is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1981 Nissan Laurel (123 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 28 more horse power than 2008 Renault Kangoo. (95 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1981 Nissan Laurel should accelerate faster than 2008 Renault Kangoo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Nissan Laurel weights approximately 65 kg more than 2008 Renault Kangoo. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1981 Nissan Laurel 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 1981 Nissan Laurel. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 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, 1981 Nissan Laurel (222 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 74 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Renault Kangoo. (148 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 1981 Nissan Laurel will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Renault Kangoo.
Compare all specifications:
| 1981 Nissan Laurel | 2008 Renault Kangoo | |
| Make | Nissan | Renault |
| Model | Laurel | Kangoo |
| Year Released | 1981 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Panel Van |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2753 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 95 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 222 Nm | 148 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1245 kg | 1180 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4060 mm | 4040 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1830 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2610 mm |
