1988 Renault 19 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 Renault 19. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Renault 19 would be higher. At 1,764 cc (4 cylinders), 1988 Renault 19 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Renault 19 (138 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 76 more horse power than 2004 Renault Kangoo. (62 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1988 Renault 19 should accelerate faster than 2004 Renault Kangoo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Renault 19 weights approximately 52 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.
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 Renault 19 (161 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 68 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Renault Kangoo. (93 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1988 Renault 19 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Renault Kangoo.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Renault 19 | 2004 Renault Kangoo | |
| Make | Renault | Renault |
| Model | 19 | Kangoo |
| Year Released | 1988 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1764 cc | 1147 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 62 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 161 Nm | 93 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 69 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83.5 mm | 76.8 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1062 kg | 1010 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4170 mm | 4050 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1840 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2620 mm |
