2007 Renault Kangoo vs. 1989 Renault 21
To start off, 2007 Renault Kangoo is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Renault 21. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Renault 21 would be higher. At 1,721 cc (4 cylinders), 1989 Renault 21 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Renault 21 (92 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 28 more horse power than 2007 Renault Kangoo. (64 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1989 Renault 21 should accelerate faster than 2007 Renault Kangoo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Renault Kangoo weights approximately 319 kg more than 1989 Renault 21.
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 (160 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 25 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Renault 21. (135 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2007 Renault Kangoo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Renault 21.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Renault Kangoo | 1989 Renault 21 | |
| Make | Renault | Renault |
| Model | Kangoo | 21 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1989 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1461 cc | 1721 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 64 HP | 92 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 160 Nm | 135 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79.5 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 70 mm | 83.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Top Speed | 146 km/hour | 179 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1405 kg | 1086 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4000 mm | 4470 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1810 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2550 mm |
