2003 Renault Kangoo vs. 1982 Toyota Camry
To start off, 2003 Renault Kangoo is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 Toyota Camry. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Toyota Camry would be higher. At 1,973 cc (4 cylinders), 1982 Toyota Camry is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1982 Toyota Camry (106 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 42 more horse power than 2003 Renault Kangoo. (64 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1982 Toyota Camry should accelerate faster than 2003 Renault Kangoo.
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, 1982 Toyota Camry (166 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 48 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Renault Kangoo. (118 Nm @ 2250 RPM). This means 1982 Toyota Camry will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Renault Kangoo.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Renault Kangoo | 1982 Toyota Camry | |
| Make | Renault | Toyota |
| Model | Kangoo | Camry |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1982 |
| Body Type | Panel Van | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1783 cc | 1973 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 64 HP | 106 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 118 Nm | 166 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2250 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 21.5:1 | 8.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4060 mm | 4420 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1850 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2610 mm |
