1989 Ford Corsair vs. 2007 Renault Kangoo
To start off, 2007 Renault Kangoo is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Ford Corsair. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Ford Corsair would be higher. At 2,389 cc (4 cylinders), 1989 Ford Corsair is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Ford Corsair (129 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 46 more horse power than 2007 Renault Kangoo. (83 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 Ford Corsair should accelerate faster than 2007 Renault Kangoo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Renault Kangoo weights approximately 10 kg more than 1989 Ford Corsair.
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, 2007 Renault Kangoo (200 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 11 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Ford Corsair. (189 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2007 Renault Kangoo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Ford Corsair.
Compare all specifications:
1989 Ford Corsair | 2007 Renault Kangoo | |
Make | Ford | Renault |
Model | Corsair | Kangoo |
Year Released | 1989 | 2007 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2389 cc | 1459 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 129 HP | 83 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 189 Nm | 200 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1190 kg | 1200 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 3780 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1680 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1830 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2610 mm |