1978 Avanti Avanti vs. 2007 Renault Kangoo
To start off, 2007 Renault Kangoo is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Avanti Avanti. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Avanti Avanti would be higher. At 6,568 cc (8 cylinders), 1978 Avanti Avanti is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1978 Avanti Avanti (177 HP) has 103 more horse power than 2007 Renault Kangoo. (74 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1978 Avanti Avanti should accelerate faster than 2007 Renault Kangoo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Renault Kangoo weights approximately 120 kg more than 1978 Avanti Avanti.
Because 1978 Avanti Avanti 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 1978 Avanti Avanti. 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, 1978 Avanti Avanti (442 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 328 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Renault Kangoo. (114 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1978 Avanti Avanti will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Renault Kangoo.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Avanti Avanti | 2007 Renault Kangoo | |
| Make | Avanti | Renault |
| Model | Avanti | Kangoo |
| Year Released | 1978 | 2007 |
| Engine Size | 6568 cc | 1390 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 177 HP | 74 HP |
| Torque | 442 Nm | 114 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1580 kg | 1700 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 4000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1810 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2610 mm |
