2008 Renault Kangoo vs. 1983 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 2008 Renault Kangoo is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Toyota Corolla. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Toyota Corolla would be higher. At 1,587 cc (4 cylinders), 1983 Toyota Corolla is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1983 Toyota Corolla (122 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 41 more horse power than 2008 Renault Kangoo. (81 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1983 Toyota Corolla should accelerate faster than 2008 Renault Kangoo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Renault Kangoo weights approximately 200 kg more than 1983 Toyota Corolla.
Because 1983 Toyota Corolla is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1983 Toyota Corolla. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Renault Kangoo, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2008 Renault Kangoo (185 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 42 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Toyota Corolla. (143 Nm @ 5200 RPM). This means 2008 Renault Kangoo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Toyota Corolla.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Renault Kangoo | 1983 Toyota Corolla | |
| Make | Renault | Toyota |
| Model | Kangoo | Corolla |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1983 |
| Body Type | Panel Van | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1460 cc | 1587 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 81 HP | 122 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 185 Nm | 143 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 80.5 mm | 77 mm |
| Top Speed | 155 km/hour | 196 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 12.5 seconds | 9.2 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1170 kg | 970 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4040 mm | 4190 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1830 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2410 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 50 L |
