1973 Porsche 914 vs. 2007 Renault Kangoo
To start off, 2007 Renault Kangoo is newer by 34 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Porsche 914. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Porsche 914 would be higher. At 1,679 cc (4 cylinders), 1973 Porsche 914 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1973 Porsche 914 (79 HP @ 4900 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 2007 Renault Kangoo. (74 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1973 Porsche 914 should accelerate faster than 2007 Renault Kangoo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Renault Kangoo weights approximately 452 kg more than 1973 Porsche 914.
Because 1973 Porsche 914 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 1973 Porsche 914. 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, 1973 Porsche 914 (137 Nm @ 2700 RPM) has 23 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Renault Kangoo. (114 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1973 Porsche 914 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Renault Kangoo.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Porsche 914 | 2007 Renault Kangoo | |
| Make | Porsche | Renault |
| Model | 914 | Kangoo |
| Year Released | 1973 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 1679 cc | 1390 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 79 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4900 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 137 Nm | 114 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2700 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 90 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 66 mm | 70 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 925 kg | 1377 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3990 mm | 4000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1230 mm | 1810 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2610 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 52 L |
