1981 Renault 9 vs. 2001 Renault Kangoo
To start off, 2001 Renault Kangoo is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Renault 9. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Renault 9 would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Renault Kangoo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1981 Renault 9 (85 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 2001 Renault Kangoo. (80 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1981 Renault 9 should accelerate faster than 2001 Renault Kangoo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Renault Kangoo weights approximately 424 kg more than 1981 Renault 9.
Let's talk about torque, 2001 Renault Kangoo (200 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 61 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Renault 9. (139 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 2001 Renault Kangoo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Renault 9.
Compare all specifications:
| 1981 Renault 9 | 2001 Renault Kangoo | |
| Make | Renault | Renault |
| Model | 9 | Kangoo |
| Year Released | 1981 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1721 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 80 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 139 Nm | 200 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Vehicle Weight | 906 kg | 1330 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4070 mm | 4040 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1910 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2490 mm | 2590 mm |
