1984 Buick Skylark vs. 2003 Renault Kangoo
To start off, 2003 Renault Kangoo is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Buick Skylark. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Buick Skylark would be higher. At 2,966 cc (6 cylinders), 1984 Buick Skylark is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 Buick Skylark (123 HP @ 4900 RPM) has 26 more horse power than 2003 Renault Kangoo. (97 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1984 Buick Skylark should accelerate faster than 2003 Renault Kangoo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Renault Kangoo weights approximately 50 kg more than 1984 Buick Skylark.
Because 2003 Renault Kangoo is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1984 Buick Skylark. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 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, 1984 Buick Skylark (203 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 55 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Renault Kangoo. (148 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 1984 Buick Skylark will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Renault Kangoo. 1984 Buick Skylark has automatic transmission and 2003 Renault Kangoo has manual transmission. 2003 Renault Kangoo will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1984 Buick Skylark will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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1984 Buick Skylark | 2003 Renault Kangoo | |
Make | Buick | Renault |
Model | Skylark | Kangoo |
Year Released | 1984 | 2003 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2966 cc | 1564 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 123 HP | 97 HP |
Engine RPM | 4900 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 203 Nm | 148 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1250 kg | 1300 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 4000 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1680 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1900 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2630 mm |