2008 Renault Kangoo vs. 1992 Volkswagen Vento
To start off, 2008 Renault Kangoo is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Volkswagen Vento. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Volkswagen Vento would be higher. At 1,779 cc (4 cylinders), 1992 Volkswagen Vento is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Volkswagen Vento (90 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 16 more horse power than 2008 Renault Kangoo. (74 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1992 Volkswagen Vento should accelerate faster than 2008 Renault Kangoo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Volkswagen Vento weights approximately 40 kg more than 2008 Renault Kangoo. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1992 Volkswagen Vento (145 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 30 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Renault Kangoo. (115 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1992 Volkswagen Vento will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Renault Kangoo.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Renault Kangoo | 1992 Volkswagen Vento | |
| Make | Renault | Volkswagen |
| Model | Kangoo | Vento |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1992 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1390 cc | 1779 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 90 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 115 Nm | 145 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79.5 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 70 mm | 86.4 mm |
| Top Speed | 155 km/hour | 180 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1035 kg | 1075 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4000 mm | 4390 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1810 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2480 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 52 L | 55 L |
