1971 Lotus Seven vs. 2001 Renault Kangoo
To start off, 2001 Renault Kangoo is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Lotus Seven. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Lotus Seven would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Renault Kangoo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1971 Lotus Seven (85 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 2001 Renault Kangoo. (80 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1971 Lotus Seven should accelerate faster than 2001 Renault Kangoo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Renault Kangoo weights approximately 736 kg more than 1971 Lotus Seven.
Because 2001 Renault Kangoo is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1971 Lotus Seven. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 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, 2001 Renault Kangoo (200 Nm) has 108 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Lotus Seven. (92 Nm). This means 2001 Renault Kangoo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Lotus Seven.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Lotus Seven | 2001 Renault Kangoo | |
| Make | Lotus | Renault |
| Model | Seven | Kangoo |
| Year Released | 1971 | 2001 |
| Body Type | Roadster | Panel Van |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1340 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 80 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 92 Nm | 200 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 594 kg | 1330 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3720 mm | 4040 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1090 mm | 1910 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2240 mm | 2590 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 34 L | 50 L |
