1964 Renault 8 vs. 2004 Renault Kangoo
To start off, 2004 Renault Kangoo is newer by 40 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1964 Renault 8. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1964 Renault 8 would be higher. At 1,149 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Renault Kangoo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1964 Renault 8 (95 HP) has 21 more horse power than 2004 Renault Kangoo. (74 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1964 Renault 8 should accelerate faster than 2004 Renault Kangoo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Renault Kangoo weights approximately 257 kg more than 1964 Renault 8.
Because 1964 Renault 8 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 1964 Renault 8. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 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, 2004 Renault Kangoo (101 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 2 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 Renault 8. (99 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2004 Renault Kangoo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1964 Renault 8.
Compare all specifications:
| 1964 Renault 8 | 2004 Renault Kangoo | |
| Make | Renault | Renault |
| Model | 8 | Kangoo |
| Year Released | 1964 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 1108 cc | 1149 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 95 HP | 74 HP |
| Torque | 99 Nm | 101 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 70 mm | 69 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 72 mm | 76.8 mm |
| Top Speed | 171 km/hour | 154 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 853 kg | 1110 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3990 mm | 4040 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1830 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2280 mm | 2630 mm |
