1953 Buick 40 vs. 2002 Renault Kangoo
To start off, 2002 Renault Kangoo is newer by 49 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1953 Buick 40. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1953 Buick 40 would be higher. At 4,315 cc (8 cylinders), 1953 Buick 40 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1953 Buick 40 (123 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 26 more horse power than 2002 Renault Kangoo. (97 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1953 Buick 40 should accelerate faster than 2002 Renault Kangoo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1953 Buick 40 weights approximately 365 kg more than 2002 Renault Kangoo. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2002 Renault Kangoo is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1953 Buick 40. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 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, 1953 Buick 40 (304 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 156 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Renault Kangoo. (148 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 1953 Buick 40 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Renault Kangoo.
Compare all specifications:
| 1953 Buick 40 | 2002 Renault Kangoo | |
| Make | Buick | Renault |
| Model | 40 | Kangoo |
| Year Released | 1953 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4315 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 97 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 304 Nm | 148 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80.9 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 104.8 mm | 80.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Vehicle Weight | 1665 kg | 1300 kg |
| Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1680 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3090 mm | 2630 mm |
