1984 Nissan Sunny vs. 2006 Renault Kangoo
To start off, 2006 Renault Kangoo is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Nissan Sunny. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Nissan Sunny would be higher. At 1,598 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Renault Kangoo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Renault Kangoo (94 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 1984 Nissan Sunny. (74 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Renault Kangoo should accelerate faster than 1984 Nissan Sunny. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Renault Kangoo weights approximately 515 kg more than 1984 Nissan Sunny. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 Renault Kangoo is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1984 Nissan Sunny. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Renault Kangoo 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, 2006 Renault Kangoo (149 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 27 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Nissan Sunny. (122 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2006 Renault Kangoo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Nissan Sunny.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Nissan Sunny | 2006 Renault Kangoo | |
| Make | Nissan | Renault |
| Model | Sunny | Kangoo |
| Year Released | 1984 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Panel Van |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1486 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 94 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 122 Nm | 149 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 860 kg | 1375 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4140 mm | 4000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1900 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2630 mm |
