1970 GAZ Volga vs. 2003 Renault Kangoo
To start off, 2003 Renault Kangoo is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 GAZ Volga. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 GAZ Volga would be higher. At 2,443 cc (4 cylinders), 1970 GAZ Volga is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1970 GAZ Volga (110 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 2003 Renault Kangoo. (97 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1970 GAZ Volga should accelerate faster than 2003 Renault Kangoo.
Because 2003 Renault Kangoo is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1970 GAZ Volga. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 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 GAZ Volga (187 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 39 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Renault Kangoo. (148 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 1970 GAZ Volga will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Renault Kangoo.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 GAZ Volga | 2003 Renault Kangoo | |
| Make | GAZ | Renault |
| Model | Volga | Kangoo |
| Year Released | 1970 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2443 cc | 1564 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 110 HP | 97 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 187 Nm | 148 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 80.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.2:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1300 kg | 1300 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4740 mm | 4000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1900 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2630 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 50 L |
