1980 Holden Commodore 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 Holden Commodore. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Holden Commodore would be higher. At 2,838 cc (6 cylinders), 1980 Holden Commodore is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1980 Holden Commodore (102 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 22 more horse power than 2001 Renault Kangoo. (80 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1980 Holden Commodore should accelerate faster than 2001 Renault Kangoo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Renault Kangoo weights approximately 110 kg more than 1980 Holden Commodore.
Because 2001 Renault Kangoo is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1980 Holden Commodore. 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, 2001 Renault Kangoo (200 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 8 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Holden Commodore. (192 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2001 Renault Kangoo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Holden Commodore.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Holden Commodore | 2001 Renault Kangoo | |
| Make | Holden | Renault |
| Model | Commodore | Kangoo |
| Year Released | 1980 | 2001 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Panel Van |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2838 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 102 HP | 80 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 192 Nm | 200 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1220 kg | 1330 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4710 mm | 4040 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1910 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2590 mm |
