2005 Renault Kangoo vs. 1988 Zastava Yugo
To start off, 2005 Renault Kangoo is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Zastava Yugo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Zastava Yugo would be higher. At 1,301 cc (4 cylinders), 1988 Zastava Yugo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Zastava Yugo (64 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 2005 Renault Kangoo. (62 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1988 Zastava Yugo should accelerate faster than 2005 Renault Kangoo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Renault Kangoo weights approximately 204 kg more than 1988 Zastava Yugo.
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 Zastava Yugo (98 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 4 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Renault Kangoo. (94 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1988 Zastava Yugo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Renault Kangoo.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Renault Kangoo | 1988 Zastava Yugo | |
| Make | Renault | Zastava |
| Model | Kangoo | Yugo |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1988 |
| Body Type | Panel Van | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1149 cc | 1301 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 62 HP | 64 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 94 Nm | 98 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 69 mm | 86.4 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 76.8 mm | 55.4 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1010 kg | 806 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4050 mm | 3530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1550 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1840 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2160 mm |
