2006 Renault Kangoo vs. 1981 Talbot 1510
To start off, 2006 Renault Kangoo is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Talbot 1510. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Talbot 1510 would be higher. At 1,390 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Renault Kangoo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Renault Kangoo (74 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 1981 Talbot 1510. (63 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Renault Kangoo should accelerate faster than 1981 Talbot 1510.
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, 2006 Renault Kangoo (114 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 6 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Talbot 1510. (108 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2006 Renault Kangoo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Talbot 1510.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Renault Kangoo | 1981 Talbot 1510 | |
| Make | Renault | Talbot |
| Model | Kangoo | 1510 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1981 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1390 cc | 1294 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 63 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 114 Nm | 108 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79.6 mm | 76.7 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 70 mm | 70 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4000 mm | 4320 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1810 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2610 mm |
