1978 Ford Capri vs. 2005 Renault Kangoo
To start off, 2005 Renault Kangoo is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Ford Capri. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Ford Capri would be higher. At 2,994 cc (6 cylinders), 1978 Ford Capri is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1978 Ford Capri (175 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 81 more horse power than 2005 Renault Kangoo. (94 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1978 Ford Capri should accelerate faster than 2005 Renault Kangoo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Renault Kangoo weights approximately 205 kg more than 1978 Ford Capri.
Because 2005 Renault Kangoo is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1978 Ford Capri. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 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, 1978 Ford Capri (263 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 115 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Renault Kangoo. (148 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 1978 Ford Capri will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Renault Kangoo.
Compare all specifications:
1978 Ford Capri | 2005 Renault Kangoo | |
Make | Ford | Renault |
Model | Capri | Kangoo |
Year Released | 1978 | 2005 |
Body Type | Coupe | Panel Van |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2994 cc | 1598 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 175 HP | 94 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 263 Nm | 148 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3750 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.1:1 | 10.0:1 |
Top Speed | 204 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 | 1170 kg | 1375 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 4000 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1680 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1900 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2740 mm |