1970 Ford Mustang vs. 2004 Renault Kangoo
To start off, 2004 Renault Kangoo is newer by 34 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Ford Mustang. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Ford Mustang would be higher. At 7,014 cc (8 cylinders), 1970 Ford Mustang is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Renault Kangoo (100 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 1970 Ford Mustang. (99 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Renault Kangoo should accelerate faster than 1970 Ford Mustang. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Ford Mustang weights approximately 284 kg more than 2004 Renault Kangoo.
Because 2004 Renault Kangoo is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1970 Ford Mustang. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 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 Mustang (637 Nm) has 488 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Renault Kangoo. (149 Nm). This means 1970 Ford Mustang will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Renault Kangoo.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Ford Mustang | 2004 Renault Kangoo | |
| Make | Ford | Renault |
| Model | Mustang | Kangoo |
| Year Released | 1970 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Panel Van |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 7014 cc | 1595 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 99 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 637 Nm | 149 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1584 kg | 1300 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4750 mm | 4000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1910 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2630 mm |
