1975 Austin 1800 vs. 2002 Renault Kangoo
To start off, 2002 Renault Kangoo is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Austin 1800. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Austin 1800 would be higher. At 1,799 cc (4 cylinders), 1975 Austin 1800 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Renault Kangoo (97 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 1975 Austin 1800. (86 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Renault Kangoo should accelerate faster than 1975 Austin 1800. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Renault Kangoo weights approximately 110 kg more than 1975 Austin 1800. 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 1975 Austin 1800. 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, 2002 Renault Kangoo (148 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 8 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Austin 1800. (140 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2002 Renault Kangoo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Austin 1800.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 Austin 1800 | 2002 Renault Kangoo | |
| Make | Austin | Renault |
| Model | 1800 | Kangoo |
| Year Released | 1975 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1799 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 86 HP | 97 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 140 Nm | 148 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80.3 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.9 mm | 80.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1190 kg | 1300 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 4000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1910 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2630 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 49 L | 50 L |
