1971 Dodge Dart vs. 2007 Renault Kangoo
To start off, 2007 Renault Kangoo is newer by 36 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Dodge Dart. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Dodge Dart would be higher. At 3,249 cc (6 cylinders), 1971 Dodge Dart is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1971 Dodge Dart (100 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 2007 Renault Kangoo. (83 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1971 Dodge Dart should accelerate faster than 2007 Renault Kangoo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Renault Kangoo weights approximately 50 kg more than 1971 Dodge Dart.
Because 2007 Renault Kangoo is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1971 Dodge Dart. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 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, 1971 Dodge Dart (217 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 37 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Renault Kangoo. (180 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1971 Dodge Dart will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Renault Kangoo.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Dodge Dart | 2007 Renault Kangoo | |
| Make | Dodge | Renault |
| Model | Dart | Kangoo |
| Year Released | 1971 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3249 cc | 1870 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 83 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 217 Nm | 180 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86.5 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92.5 mm | 93 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.4:1 | 19.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1355 kg | 1405 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4990 mm | 4600 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1830 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2610 mm |
