1970 Ford Cortina vs. 2005 Renault Kangoo
To start off, 2005 Renault Kangoo is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Ford Cortina. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Ford Cortina would be higher. At 1,993 cc (4 cylinders), 1970 Ford Cortina is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1970 Ford Cortina (95 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 2005 Renault Kangoo. (94 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1970 Ford Cortina should accelerate faster than 2005 Renault Kangoo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Renault Kangoo weights approximately 375 kg more than 1970 Ford Cortina.
Because 2005 Renault Kangoo is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1970 Ford Cortina. 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, 1970 Ford Cortina (151 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 3 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Renault Kangoo. (148 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 1970 Ford Cortina will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Renault Kangoo.
Compare all specifications:
1970 Ford Cortina | 2005 Renault Kangoo | |
Make | Ford | Renault |
Model | Cortina | Kangoo |
Year Released | 1970 | 2005 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1993 cc | 1598 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 95 HP | 94 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 151 Nm | 148 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3750 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 90.8 mm | 79.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 77 mm | 80.5 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.2:1 | 10.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 169 km/hour | 153 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1000 kg | 1375 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 4000 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1680 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1900 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2590 mm | 2740 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 87 L | 60 L |