1994 Mazda 323 vs. 2008 Renault Kangoo
To start off, 2008 Renault Kangoo is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Mazda 323. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Mazda 323 would be higher. At 1,840 cc (4 cylinders), 1994 Mazda 323 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Mazda 323 (112 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 29 more horse power than 2008 Renault Kangoo. (83 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1994 Mazda 323 should accelerate faster than 2008 Renault Kangoo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Renault Kangoo weights approximately 45 kg more than 1994 Mazda 323.
Let's talk about torque, 2008 Renault Kangoo (200 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 43 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Mazda 323. (157 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2008 Renault Kangoo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Mazda 323.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Mazda 323 | 2008 Renault Kangoo | |
| Make | Mazda | Renault |
| Model | 323 | Kangoo |
| Year Released | 1994 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1840 cc | 1461 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 112 HP | 83 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 157 Nm | 200 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1155 kg | 1200 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4250 mm | 4040 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1830 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2610 mm |
