1970 Ford Escort 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 Escort. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Ford Escort would be higher. At 1,599 cc (4 cylinders), 1970 Ford Escort is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1970 Ford Escort (98 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 2005 Renault Kangoo. (97 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1970 Ford Escort should accelerate faster than 2005 Renault Kangoo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Renault Kangoo weights approximately 449 kg more than 1970 Ford Escort.
Because 2005 Renault Kangoo is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1970 Ford Escort. 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 26 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Ford Escort. (125 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2005 Renault Kangoo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Ford Escort.
Compare all specifications:
1970 Ford Escort | 2005 Renault Kangoo | |
Make | Ford | Renault |
Model | Escort | Kangoo |
Year Released | 1970 | 2005 |
Body Type | Coupe | Panel Van |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1599 cc | 1598 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 98 HP | 97 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 125 Nm | 151 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3750 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 851 kg | 1300 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3980 mm | 4000 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1680 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1910 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2630 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 41 L | 50 L |