1988 Dodge Colt vs. 2006 Renault Kangoo
To start off, 2006 Renault Kangoo is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Dodge Colt. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Dodge Colt would be higher. At 1,597 cc (4 cylinders), 1988 Dodge Colt is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Dodge Colt (133 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 59 more horse power than 2006 Renault Kangoo. (74 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1988 Dodge Colt should accelerate faster than 2006 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, 1988 Dodge Colt (192 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 78 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Renault Kangoo. (114 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1988 Dodge Colt will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Renault Kangoo.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Dodge Colt | 2006 Renault Kangoo | |
| Make | Dodge | Renault |
| Model | Colt | Kangoo |
| Year Released | 1988 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1597 cc | 1390 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 133 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 192 Nm | 114 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Vehicle Length | 4040 mm | 4000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1810 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2400 mm | 2610 mm |
