1990 Ford Fairlane vs. 2005 Renault Kangoo
To start off, 2005 Renault Kangoo is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Ford Fairlane. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Ford Fairlane would be higher. At 3,948 cc (6 cylinders), 1990 Ford Fairlane is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Ford Fairlane (186 HP @ 4250 RPM) has 89 more horse power than 2005 Renault Kangoo. (97 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Ford Fairlane should accelerate faster than 2005 Renault Kangoo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Ford Fairlane weights approximately 255 kg more than 2005 Renault Kangoo. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Renault Kangoo is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1990 Ford Fairlane. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 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, 1990 Ford Fairlane (338 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 187 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Renault Kangoo. (151 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 1990 Ford Fairlane will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Renault Kangoo. 1990 Ford Fairlane has automatic transmission and 2005 Renault Kangoo has manual transmission. 2005 Renault Kangoo will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1990 Ford Fairlane will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Ford Fairlane | 2005 Renault Kangoo | |
| Make | Ford | Renault |
| Model | Fairlane | Kangoo |
| Year Released | 1990 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3948 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 186 HP | 97 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4250 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 338 Nm | 151 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1555 kg | 1300 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5030 mm | 4000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1910 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2930 mm | 2630 mm |
