2003 Renault Kangoo vs. 1992 Rover 400
To start off, 2003 Renault Kangoo is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Rover 400. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Rover 400 would be higher. At 1,769 cc (4 cylinders), 1992 Rover 400 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Rover 400 (86 HP @ 4300 RPM) has 22 more horse power than 2003 Renault Kangoo. (64 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1992 Rover 400 should accelerate faster than 2003 Renault Kangoo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Rover 400 weights approximately 91 kg more than 2003 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, 1992 Rover 400 (180 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Renault Kangoo. (160 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1992 Rover 400 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Renault Kangoo.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Renault Kangoo | 1992 Rover 400 | |
| Make | Renault | Rover |
| Model | Kangoo | 400 |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1992 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1461 cc | 1769 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 64 HP | 86 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Torque | 160 Nm | 180 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 80.5 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.8:1 | 22.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 1085 kg | 1176 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4050 mm | 4370 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1840 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2560 mm |
