1980 Dodge Aspen vs. 2001 Renault Kangoo
To start off, 2001 Renault Kangoo is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Dodge Aspen. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Dodge Aspen would be higher. At 3,687 cc (6 cylinders), 1980 Dodge Aspen is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1980 Dodge Aspen (101 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 2001 Renault Kangoo. (97 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1980 Dodge Aspen should accelerate faster than 2001 Renault Kangoo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Dodge Aspen weights approximately 165 kg more than 2001 Renault Kangoo. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2001 Renault Kangoo is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1980 Dodge Aspen. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 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, 1980 Dodge Aspen (231 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 83 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Renault Kangoo. (148 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 1980 Dodge Aspen will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Renault Kangoo.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Dodge Aspen | 2001 Renault Kangoo | |
| Make | Dodge | Renault |
| Model | Aspen | Kangoo |
| Year Released | 1980 | 2001 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Panel Van |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3687 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 101 HP | 97 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 231 Nm | 148 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82.5 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 117.5 mm | 80.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Vehicle Weight | 1465 kg | 1300 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5020 mm | 4000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1910 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2630 mm |
