1976 Ford Taunus vs. 2004 Renault Kangoo
To start off, 2004 Renault Kangoo is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Ford Taunus. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Ford Taunus would be higher. At 1,993 cc (6 cylinders), 1976 Ford Taunus is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1976 Ford Taunus (89 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 2004 Renault Kangoo. (81 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1976 Ford Taunus should accelerate faster than 2004 Renault Kangoo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Renault Kangoo weights approximately 585 kg more than 1976 Ford Taunus.
Because 2004 Renault Kangoo is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1976 Ford Taunus. 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, 2004 Renault Kangoo (188 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 39 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Ford Taunus. (149 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2004 Renault Kangoo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Ford Taunus.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Ford Taunus | 2004 Renault Kangoo | |
| Make | Ford | Renault |
| Model | Taunus | Kangoo |
| Year Released | 1976 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1993 cc | 1870 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 81 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 149 Nm | 188 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1115 kg | 1700 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 4000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1830 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2590 mm | 2630 mm |
