2002 Renault Kangoo vs. 1966 Wartburg 353
To start off, 2002 Renault Kangoo is newer by 36 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Wartburg 353. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Wartburg 353 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 46 more horse power than 1966 Wartburg 353. (51 HP @ 4250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Renault Kangoo should accelerate faster than 1966 Wartburg 353. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Renault Kangoo weights approximately 340 kg more than 1966 Wartburg 353. 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 1966 Wartburg 353. 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 50 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Wartburg 353. (98 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2002 Renault Kangoo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Wartburg 353.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Renault Kangoo | 1966 Wartburg 353 | |
| Make | Renault | Wartburg |
| Model | Kangoo | 353 |
| Year Released | 2002 | 1966 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1598 cc | 992 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 97 HP | 51 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Torque | 148 Nm | 98 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 7.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1300 kg | 960 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4000 mm | 4390 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1910 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2460 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 43 L |
