1989 Nissan Laurel vs. 2001 Renault Kangoo
To start off, 2001 Renault Kangoo is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Nissan Laurel. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Nissan Laurel would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Renault Kangoo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Nissan Laurel (90 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 2001 Renault Kangoo. (80 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 Nissan Laurel should accelerate faster than 2001 Renault Kangoo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Renault Kangoo weights approximately 160 kg more than 1989 Nissan Laurel.
Because 2001 Renault Kangoo is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1989 Nissan Laurel. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 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, 2001 Renault Kangoo (200 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 58 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Nissan Laurel. (142 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2001 Renault Kangoo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Nissan Laurel.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Nissan Laurel | 2001 Renault Kangoo | |
| Make | Nissan | Renault |
| Model | Laurel | Kangoo |
| Year Released | 1989 | 2001 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Panel Van |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1809 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 90 HP | 80 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 142 Nm | 200 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1170 kg | 1330 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4700 mm | 4040 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1910 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2590 mm |
