1972 Buick Skylark vs. 2007 Renault Kangoo
To start off, 2007 Renault Kangoo is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Buick Skylark. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Buick Skylark would be higher. At 5,722 cc (6 cylinders), 1972 Buick Skylark is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Buick Skylark (150 HP) has 76 more horse power than 2007 Renault Kangoo. (74 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1972 Buick Skylark should accelerate faster than 2007 Renault Kangoo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Renault Kangoo weights approximately 95 kg more than 1972 Buick Skylark.
Because 1972 Buick Skylark is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1972 Buick Skylark. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Renault Kangoo, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1972 Buick Skylark (366 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 252 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Renault Kangoo. (114 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1972 Buick Skylark will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Renault Kangoo.
Compare all specifications:
1972 Buick Skylark | 2007 Renault Kangoo | |
Make | Buick | Renault |
Model | Skylark | Kangoo |
Year Released | 1972 | 2007 |
Body Type | Coupe | Panel Van |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5722 cc | 1390 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 150 HP | 74 HP |
Torque | 366 Nm | 114 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1605 kg | 1700 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5170 mm | 4000 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1680 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1810 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2960 mm | 2610 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 50 L |