1988 Ford Mustang vs. 2004 Renault Kangoo
To start off, 2004 Renault Kangoo is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Ford Mustang. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Ford Mustang would be higher. At 2,301 cc (4 cylinders), 1988 Ford Mustang is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Ford Mustang (89 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 2004 Renault Kangoo. (81 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1988 Ford Mustang should accelerate faster than 2004 Renault Kangoo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Ford Mustang weights approximately 84 kg more than 2004 Renault Kangoo. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1988 Ford Mustang is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1988 Ford Mustang. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Renault Kangoo, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 9 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Ford Mustang. (176 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2004 Renault Kangoo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Ford Mustang.
Compare all specifications:
1988 Ford Mustang | 2004 Renault Kangoo | |
Make | Ford | Renault |
Model | Mustang | Kangoo |
Year Released | 1988 | 2004 |
Body Type | Coupe | Panel Van |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2301 cc | 1459 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 89 HP | 81 HP |
Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 176 Nm | 185 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1254 kg | 1170 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4570 mm | 4050 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1680 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1830 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2620 mm |