2001 Renault Kangoo vs. 1988 Renault 21
To start off, 2001 Renault Kangoo is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Renault 21. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Renault 21 would be higher. At 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 1988 Renault 21 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Renault 21 (140 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 82 more horse power than 2001 Renault Kangoo. (58 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1988 Renault 21 should accelerate faster than 2001 Renault Kangoo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Renault 21 weights approximately 115 kg more than 2001 Renault Kangoo. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1988 Renault 21 (177 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 84 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Renault Kangoo. (93 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1988 Renault 21 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Renault Kangoo.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Renault Kangoo | 1988 Renault 21 | |
| Make | Renault | Renault |
| Model | Kangoo | 21 |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1988 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1149 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 58 HP | 140 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 93 Nm | 177 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 69 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 76.8 mm | 82 mm |
| Top Speed | 146 km/hour | 205 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1040 kg | 1155 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4000 mm | 4460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1840 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2610 mm |
