1978 Ford Cortina vs. 2004 Renault Kangoo
To start off, 2004 Renault Kangoo is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Ford Cortina. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Ford Cortina would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 1978 Ford Cortina is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1978 Ford Cortina (86 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 2004 Renault Kangoo. (81 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1978 Ford Cortina should accelerate faster than 2004 Renault Kangoo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Renault Kangoo weights approximately 590 kg more than 1978 Ford Cortina.
Because 2004 Renault Kangoo is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1978 Ford Cortina. 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 47 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Ford Cortina. (141 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2004 Renault Kangoo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Ford Cortina.
Compare all specifications:
1978 Ford Cortina | 2004 Renault Kangoo | |
Make | Ford | Renault |
Model | Cortina | Kangoo |
Year Released | 1978 | 2004 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1998 cc | 1870 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 86 HP | 81 HP |
Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 141 Nm | 188 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1110 kg | 1700 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 4000 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1680 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1830 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2630 mm |