1972 Ford Mustang vs. 2004 Renault Kangoo
To start off, 2004 Renault Kangoo is newer by 32 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Ford Mustang. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Ford Mustang would be higher. At 4,941 cc (8 cylinders), 1972 Ford Mustang is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Ford Mustang (141 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 47 more horse power than 2004 Renault Kangoo. (94 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1972 Ford Mustang should accelerate faster than 2004 Renault Kangoo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Ford Mustang weights approximately 86 kg more than 2004 Renault Kangoo. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2004 Renault Kangoo is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1972 Ford Mustang. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 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, 1972 Ford Mustang (328 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 180 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Renault Kangoo. (148 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 1972 Ford Mustang will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Renault Kangoo.
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1972 Ford Mustang | 2004 Renault Kangoo | |
Make | Ford | Renault |
Model | Mustang | Kangoo |
Year Released | 1972 | 2004 |
Body Type | Coupe | Panel Van |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4941 cc | 1598 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 141 HP | 94 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 328 Nm | 148 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3750 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.5:1 | 10.0:1 |
Top Speed | 161 km/hour | 153 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1451 kg | 1365 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4820 mm | 4000 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1680 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1900 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2850 mm |