2003 Renault Kangoo vs. 1988 Renault 21
To start off, 2003 Renault Kangoo is newer by 15 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 76 more horse power than 2003 Renault Kangoo. (64 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1988 Renault 21 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, 1988 Renault 21 (177 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 59 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Renault Kangoo. (118 Nm @ 2250 RPM). This means 1988 Renault 21 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Renault Kangoo.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Renault Kangoo | 1988 Renault 21 | |
| Make | Renault | Renault |
| Model | Kangoo | 21 |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1988 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1783 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 64 HP | 140 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 118 Nm | 177 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2250 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4060 mm | 4460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1850 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2610 mm |
