2008 Renault Kangoo vs. 1980 Toyota Corsa
To start off, 2008 Renault Kangoo is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Toyota Corsa. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Toyota Corsa would be higher. At 1,597 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Renault Kangoo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Renault Kangoo (94 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 26 more horse power than 1980 Toyota Corsa. (68 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Renault Kangoo should accelerate faster than 1980 Toyota Corsa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Renault Kangoo weights approximately 560 kg more than 1980 Toyota Corsa. 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 33 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Toyota Corsa. (115 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2008 Renault Kangoo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Toyota Corsa.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Renault Kangoo | 1980 Toyota Corsa | |
| Make | Renault | Toyota |
| Model | Kangoo | Corsa |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1980 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1597 cc | 1452 cc |
| Horse Power | 94 HP | 68 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 148 Nm | 115 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1375 kg | 815 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4000 mm | 4000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1560 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1900 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2510 mm |
