1989 Renault 4 vs. 2002 Renault Kangoo
To start off, 2002 Renault Kangoo is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Renault 4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Renault 4 would be higher. At 1,598 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Renault Kangoo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Renault Kangoo (97 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 63 more horse power than 1989 Renault 4. (34 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Renault Kangoo should accelerate faster than 1989 Renault 4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Renault Kangoo weights approximately 605 kg more than 1989 Renault 4. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2002 Renault Kangoo is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1989 Renault 4. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 Renault Kangoo will offer significantly more control. 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, 2002 Renault Kangoo (148 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 86 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Renault 4. (62 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2002 Renault Kangoo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Renault 4.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Renault 4 | 2002 Renault Kangoo | |
| Make | Renault | Renault |
| Model | 4 | Kangoo |
| Year Released | 1989 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 956 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 34 HP | 97 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 62 Nm | 148 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 695 kg | 1300 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3670 mm | 4000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1910 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2630 mm |
