1980 Renault 4 vs. 2005 Renault Kangoo
To start off, 2005 Renault Kangoo is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Renault 4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Renault 4 would be higher. At 1,598 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Renault Kangoo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Renault Kangoo (97 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 63 more horse power than 1980 Renault 4. (34 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Renault Kangoo should accelerate faster than 1980 Renault 4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Renault Kangoo weights approximately 605 kg more than 1980 Renault 4. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Renault Kangoo is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1980 Renault 4. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 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, 2005 Renault Kangoo (151 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 89 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Renault 4. (62 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2005 Renault Kangoo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Renault 4.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Renault 4 | 2005 Renault Kangoo | |
| Make | Renault | Renault |
| Model | 4 | Kangoo |
| Year Released | 1980 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 955 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 34 HP | 97 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 62 Nm | 151 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 695 kg | 1300 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3670 mm | 4000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1910 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2630 mm |
