2004 Renault Kangoo vs. 1989 Renault 19
To start off, 2004 Renault Kangoo is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Renault 19. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Renault 19 would be higher. At 1,721 cc (4 cylinders), 1989 Renault 19 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Renault 19 (92 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 2004 Renault Kangoo. (62 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1989 Renault 19 should accelerate faster than 2004 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, 1989 Renault 19 (135 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 42 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Renault Kangoo. (93 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1989 Renault 19 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Renault Kangoo.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Renault Kangoo | 1989 Renault 19 | |
| Make | Renault | Renault |
| Model | Kangoo | 19 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1989 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1147 cc | 1721 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 62 HP | 92 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 93 Nm | 135 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 69 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 76.8 mm | 83.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.6:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1010 kg | 1010 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4050 mm | 4270 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1840 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2560 mm |
