1970 Ford Cortina vs. 2008 Renault Kangoo
To start off, 2008 Renault Kangoo is newer by 38 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 2008 Renault Kangoo. (94 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1970 Ford Cortina should accelerate faster than 2008 Renault Kangoo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Renault Kangoo weights approximately 375 kg more than 1970 Ford Cortina.
Because 2008 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, 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, 1970 Ford Cortina (151 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 3 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 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 2008 Renault Kangoo.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Ford Cortina | 2008 Renault Kangoo | |
| Make | Ford | Renault |
| Model | Cortina | Kangoo |
| Year Released | 1970 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1993 cc | 1597 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 | 2630 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 87 L | 60 L |
