2007 Renault Kangoo vs. 1989 Volvo 460
To start off, 2007 Renault Kangoo is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Volvo 460. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Volvo 460 would be higher. At 1,721 cc (4 cylinders), 1989 Volvo 460 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Volvo 460 (118 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 35 more horse power than 2007 Renault Kangoo. (83 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1989 Volvo 460 should accelerate faster than 2007 Renault Kangoo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Renault Kangoo weights approximately 144 kg more than 1989 Volvo 460.
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 25 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Volvo 460. (175 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 2007 Renault Kangoo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Volvo 460.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Renault Kangoo | 1989 Volvo 460 | |
| Make | Renault | Volvo |
| Model | Kangoo | 460 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1989 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1459 cc | 1721 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 83 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 200 Nm | 175 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 2700 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 80.5 mm | 83.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 157 km/hour | 201 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 11.3 seconds | 9.6 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1200 kg | 1056 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3780 mm | 4410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1830 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2510 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.3 L/100km | 9.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 60 L |
