1962 Ford Consul vs. 2005 Renault Kangoo
To start off, 2005 Renault Kangoo is newer by 43 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1962 Ford Consul. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 Ford Consul would be higher. At 1,598 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Renault Kangoo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Renault Kangoo (97 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 44 more horse power than 1962 Ford Consul. (53 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Renault Kangoo should accelerate faster than 1962 Ford Consul. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Renault Kangoo weights approximately 418 kg more than 1962 Ford Consul. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Renault Kangoo is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1962 Ford Consul. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 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, 2005 Renault Kangoo (151 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 51 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Ford Consul. (100 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2005 Renault Kangoo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 Ford Consul.
Compare all specifications:
| 1962 Ford Consul | 2005 Renault Kangoo | |
| Make | Ford | Renault |
| Model | Consul | Kangoo |
| Year Released | 1962 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1340 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 53 HP | 97 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 100 Nm | 151 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.5:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 882 kg | 1300 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4340 mm | 4000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1910 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2630 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 50 L |
