1990 Nissan Vanette vs. 2007 Renault Kangoo
To start off, 2007 Renault Kangoo is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Nissan Vanette. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Nissan Vanette would be higher. At 1,950 cc (4 cylinders), 1990 Nissan Vanette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Nissan Vanette (86 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 2007 Renault Kangoo. (83 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Nissan Vanette should accelerate faster than 2007 Renault Kangoo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Nissan Vanette weights approximately 230 kg more than 2007 Renault Kangoo. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1990 Nissan Vanette 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 1990 Nissan Vanette. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 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, 2007 Renault Kangoo (200 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 52 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Nissan Vanette. (148 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2007 Renault Kangoo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Nissan Vanette.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Nissan Vanette | 2007 Renault Kangoo | |
| Make | Nissan | Renault |
| Model | Vanette | Kangoo |
| Year Released | 1990 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Van | Panel Van |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1950 cc | 1459 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 86 HP | 83 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 148 Nm | 200 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1430 kg | 1200 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3990 mm | 3780 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1940 mm | 1830 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2080 mm | 2610 mm |
