1970 Mazda 616 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 Mazda 616. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Mazda 616 would be higher. At 1,598 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Renault Kangoo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Renault Kangoo (97 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 18 more horse power than 1970 Mazda 616. (79 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Renault Kangoo should accelerate faster than 1970 Mazda 616. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Renault Kangoo weights approximately 390 kg more than 1970 Mazda 616. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Renault Kangoo (151 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 27 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Mazda 616. (124 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2005 Renault Kangoo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Mazda 616.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Mazda 616 | 2005 Renault Kangoo | |
| Make | Mazda | Renault |
| Model | 616 | Kangoo |
| Year Released | 1970 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Panel Van |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1586 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 79 HP | 97 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 124 Nm | 151 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 910 kg | 1300 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4160 mm | 4000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1910 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2630 mm |
