1954 DKW Coupe vs. 2008 Renault Kangoo
To start off, 2008 Renault Kangoo is newer by 54 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1954 DKW Coupe. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1954 DKW Coupe would be higher. At 1,598 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Renault Kangoo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Renault Kangoo (95 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 61 more horse power than 1954 DKW Coupe. (34 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Renault Kangoo should accelerate faster than 1954 DKW Coupe. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Renault Kangoo weights approximately 301 kg more than 1954 DKW Coupe. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2008 Renault Kangoo (148 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 79 more torque (in Nm) than 1954 DKW Coupe. (69 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2008 Renault Kangoo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1954 DKW Coupe.
Compare all specifications:
| 1954 DKW Coupe | 2008 Renault Kangoo | |
| Make | DKW | Renault |
| Model | Coupe | Kangoo |
| Year Released | 1954 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Panel Van |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 903 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 34 HP | 95 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 69 Nm | 148 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 71.1 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 76 mm | 80.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 6.5:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 879 kg | 1180 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3970 mm | 4040 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1830 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2340 mm | 2610 mm |
