2008 Renault Kangoo vs. 1989 Toyota Camry
To start off, 2008 Renault Kangoo is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Toyota Camry. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Toyota Camry would be higher. At 1,869 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Renault Kangoo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Toyota Camry (89 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 2008 Renault Kangoo. (83 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1989 Toyota Camry should accelerate faster than 2008 Renault Kangoo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Renault Kangoo weights approximately 155 kg more than 1989 Toyota Camry.
Because 2008 Renault Kangoo is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1989 Toyota Camry. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Renault Kangoo will offer significantly more control. 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 (180 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 38 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Toyota Camry. (142 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2008 Renault Kangoo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Toyota Camry.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Renault Kangoo | 1989 Toyota Camry | |
| Make | Renault | Toyota |
| Model | Kangoo | Camry |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1989 |
| Body Type | Panel Van | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1869 cc | 1770 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 83 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 180 Nm | 142 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 93 mm | 78 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1405 kg | 1250 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4040 mm | 4620 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1830 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2610 mm |
