1984 Oldsmobile Cutlass vs. 2004 Renault Kangoo
To start off, 2004 Renault Kangoo is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Oldsmobile Cutlass. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Oldsmobile Cutlass would be higher. At 2,473 cc (4 cylinders), 1984 Oldsmobile Cutlass is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 Oldsmobile Cutlass (89 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 2004 Renault Kangoo. (81 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1984 Oldsmobile Cutlass should accelerate faster than 2004 Renault Kangoo.
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, 2004 Renault Kangoo (185 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 6 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Oldsmobile Cutlass. (179 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2004 Renault Kangoo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Oldsmobile Cutlass.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Oldsmobile Cutlass | 2004 Renault Kangoo | |
| Make | Oldsmobile | Renault |
| Model | Cutlass | Kangoo |
| Year Released | 1984 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2473 cc | 1459 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 81 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 179 Nm | 185 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1170 kg | 1170 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4550 mm | 4050 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1830 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2620 mm |
