1981 Nissan Sunny vs. 2005 Renault Kangoo
To start off, 2005 Renault Kangoo is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Nissan Sunny. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Nissan Sunny would be higher. At 1,680 cc (4 cylinders), 1981 Nissan Sunny is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Renault Kangoo (94 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 41 more horse power than 1981 Nissan Sunny. (53 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Renault Kangoo should accelerate faster than 1981 Nissan Sunny. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Renault Kangoo weights approximately 465 kg more than 1981 Nissan Sunny. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Renault Kangoo (148 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 44 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Nissan Sunny. (104 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2005 Renault Kangoo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Nissan Sunny.
Compare all specifications:
1981 Nissan Sunny | 2005 Renault Kangoo | |
Make | Nissan | Renault |
Model | Sunny | Kangoo |
Year Released | 1981 | 2005 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1680 cc | 1598 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 53 HP | 94 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 104 Nm | 148 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 910 kg | 1375 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4140 mm | 4000 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1680 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1900 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2740 mm |