2007 Renault Kangoo vs. 1984 Holden Camira
To start off, 2007 Renault Kangoo is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Holden Camira. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Holden Camira would be higher. At 1,796 cc (4 cylinders), 1984 Holden Camira is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 Holden Camira (111 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 28 more horse power than 2007 Renault Kangoo. (83 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1984 Holden Camira should accelerate faster than 2007 Renault Kangoo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Renault Kangoo weights approximately 150 kg more than 1984 Holden Camira.
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, 2007 Renault Kangoo (200 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 75 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Holden Camira. (125 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2007 Renault Kangoo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Holden Camira. 1984 Holden Camira has automatic transmission and 2007 Renault Kangoo has manual transmission. 2007 Renault Kangoo will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1984 Holden Camira will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Renault Kangoo | 1984 Holden Camira | |
| Make | Renault | Holden |
| Model | Kangoo | Camira |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1984 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1459 cc | 1796 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 83 HP | 111 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 200 Nm | 125 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1200 kg | 1050 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3780 mm | 4350 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1830 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2580 mm |
