1989 Nissan Bluebird vs. 2003 Renault Kangoo
To start off, 2003 Renault Kangoo is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Nissan Bluebird. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Nissan Bluebird would be higher. At 1,597 cc (4 cylinders), 1989 Nissan Bluebird is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Nissan Bluebird (81 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 2003 Renault Kangoo. (64 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 Nissan Bluebird should accelerate faster than 2003 Renault Kangoo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Renault Kangoo weights approximately 75 kg more than 1989 Nissan Bluebird.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2003 Renault Kangoo (160 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 34 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Nissan Bluebird. (126 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2003 Renault Kangoo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Nissan Bluebird.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Nissan Bluebird | 2003 Renault Kangoo | |
| Make | Nissan | Renault |
| Model | Bluebird | Kangoo |
| Year Released | 1989 | 2003 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Panel Van |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1597 cc | 1461 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 81 HP | 64 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 126 Nm | 160 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1010 kg | 1085 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 4050 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1840 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2620 mm |
