1983 Hummer H1 vs. 2002 Renault Kangoo
To start off, 2002 Renault Kangoo is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Hummer H1. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Hummer H1 would be higher. At 5,733 cc (8 cylinders), 1983 Hummer H1 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1983 Hummer H1 (187 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 90 more horse power than 2002 Renault Kangoo. (97 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1983 Hummer H1 should accelerate faster than 2002 Renault Kangoo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Hummer H1 weights approximately 1470 kg more than 2002 Renault Kangoo. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or 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, 1983 Hummer H1 (407 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 259 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Renault Kangoo. (148 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 1983 Hummer H1 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Renault Kangoo.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Hummer H1 | 2002 Renault Kangoo | |
| Make | Hummer | Renault |
| Model | H1 | Kangoo |
| Year Released | 1983 | 2002 |
| Body Type | SUV | Panel Van |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5733 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 187 HP | 97 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 407 Nm | 148 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Vehicle Weight | 2770 kg | 1300 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4690 mm | 4000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2200 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1840 mm | 1910 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3310 mm | 2630 mm |
