2001 Renault Kangoo vs. 1975 Nissan Silvia
To start off, 2001 Renault Kangoo is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Nissan Silvia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Nissan Silvia would be higher. At 1,770 cc (4 cylinders), 1975 Nissan Silvia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1975 Nissan Silvia (97 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 39 more horse power than 2001 Renault Kangoo. (58 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1975 Nissan Silvia should accelerate faster than 2001 Renault Kangoo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Renault Kangoo weights approximately 50 kg more than 1975 Nissan Silvia.
Because 1975 Nissan Silvia 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 1975 Nissan Silvia. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 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, 1975 Nissan Silvia (147 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 54 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Renault Kangoo. (93 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1975 Nissan Silvia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Renault Kangoo. 1975 Nissan Silvia has automatic transmission and 2001 Renault Kangoo has manual transmission. 2001 Renault Kangoo will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1975 Nissan Silvia will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Renault Kangoo | 1975 Nissan Silvia | |
| Make | Renault | Nissan |
| Model | Kangoo | Silvia |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1975 |
| Body Type | Panel Van | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1149 cc | 1770 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 58 HP | 97 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 93 Nm | 147 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1040 kg | 990 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4000 mm | 4140 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1840 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2350 mm |
