1986 Austin Montego vs. 2008 Renault Kangoo
To start off, 2008 Renault Kangoo is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Austin Montego. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Austin Montego would be higher. At 1,598 cc (4 cylinders), 1986 Austin Montego is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Austin Montego (85 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 2008 Renault Kangoo. (81 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1986 Austin Montego should accelerate faster than 2008 Renault Kangoo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Renault Kangoo weights approximately 60 kg more than 1986 Austin Montego.
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, 2008 Renault Kangoo (185 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 50 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Austin Montego. (135 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2008 Renault Kangoo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Austin Montego.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Austin Montego | 2008 Renault Kangoo | |
| Make | Austin | Renault |
| Model | Montego | Kangoo |
| Year Released | 1986 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1598 cc | 1460 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 81 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 135 Nm | 185 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1110 kg | 1170 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 4040 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1830 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2610 mm |
