1981 Audi 80 vs. 2003 Renault Kangoo
To start off, 2003 Renault Kangoo is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Audi 80. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Audi 80 would be higher. At 1,783 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Renault Kangoo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Renault Kangoo (64 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 1981 Audi 80. (59 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Renault Kangoo should accelerate faster than 1981 Audi 80.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2003 Renault Kangoo (118 Nm @ 2250 RPM) has 18 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Audi 80. (100 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2003 Renault Kangoo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Audi 80.
Compare all specifications:
| 1981 Audi 80 | 2003 Renault Kangoo | |
| Make | Audi | Renault |
| Model | 80 | Kangoo |
| Year Released | 1981 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1296 cc | 1783 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 64 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 100 Nm | 118 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2250 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.2:1 | 21.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4390 mm | 4060 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1850 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2630 mm |
