2008 Renault Kangoo vs. 1979 Skoda L
To start off, 2008 Renault Kangoo is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Skoda L. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Skoda L would be higher. At 1,598 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Renault Kangoo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Renault Kangoo (95 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 51 more horse power than 1979 Skoda L. (44 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Renault Kangoo should accelerate faster than 1979 Skoda L. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Renault Kangoo weights approximately 355 kg more than 1979 Skoda L. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2008 Renault Kangoo (148 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 74 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Skoda L. (74 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2008 Renault Kangoo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Skoda L.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Renault Kangoo | 1979 Skoda L | |
| Make | Renault | Skoda |
| Model | Kangoo | L |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1979 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1598 cc | 1046 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 95 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 148 Nm | 74 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 8.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1180 kg | 825 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4040 mm | 4170 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1830 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2410 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 38 L |
