2008 Renault Kangoo vs. 1994 Ford Laser
To start off, 2008 Renault Kangoo is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Ford Laser. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Ford Laser would be higher. At 1,598 cc (4 cylinders), 1994 Ford Laser is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Ford Laser (86 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 2008 Renault Kangoo. (74 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1994 Ford Laser should accelerate faster than 2008 Renault Kangoo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Renault Kangoo weights approximately 105 kg more than 1994 Ford Laser.
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, 1994 Ford Laser (123 Nm @ 3100 RPM) has 18 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Renault Kangoo. (105 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1994 Ford Laser will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Renault Kangoo. 1994 Ford Laser has automatic transmission and 2008 Renault Kangoo has manual transmission. 2008 Renault Kangoo will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1994 Ford Laser will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Renault Kangoo | 1994 Ford Laser | |
| Make | Renault | Ford |
| Model | Kangoo | Laser |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1994 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1149 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 86 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 105 Nm | 123 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3100 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1110 kg | 1005 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4040 mm | 4280 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1830 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2510 mm |
