1976 Ford Escort vs. 2008 Renault Kangoo
To start off, 2008 Renault Kangoo is newer by 32 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Ford Escort. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Ford Escort would be higher. At 1,461 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Renault Kangoo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Renault Kangoo (103 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 58 more horse power than 1976 Ford Escort. (45 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Renault Kangoo should accelerate faster than 1976 Ford Escort. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Renault Kangoo weights approximately 595 kg more than 1976 Ford Escort. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1976 Ford Escort 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 1976 Ford Escort. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 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, 2008 Renault Kangoo (240 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 180 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Ford Escort. (60 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2008 Renault Kangoo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Ford Escort.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Ford Escort | 2008 Renault Kangoo | |
| Make | Ford | Renault |
| Model | Escort | Kangoo |
| Year Released | 1976 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Panel Van |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 939 cc | 1461 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 45 HP | 103 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 60 Nm | 240 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 910 kg | 1505 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4060 mm | 4220 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1820 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2420 mm | 2700 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 53 L | 60 L |
