1978 Lada 1600 vs. 2003 Renault Kangoo
To start off, 2003 Renault Kangoo is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Lada 1600. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Lada 1600 would be higher. At 1,568 cc (4 cylinders), 1978 Lada 1600 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1978 Lada 1600 (78 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 2003 Renault Kangoo. (64 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1978 Lada 1600 should accelerate faster than 2003 Renault Kangoo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Renault Kangoo weights approximately 55 kg more than 1978 Lada 1600.
Because 1978 Lada 1600 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 Lada 1600. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 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, 2003 Renault Kangoo (160 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 38 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Lada 1600. (122 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2003 Renault Kangoo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Lada 1600.
Compare all specifications:
1978 Lada 1600 | 2003 Renault Kangoo | |
Make | Lada | Renault |
Model | 1600 | Kangoo |
Year Released | 1978 | 2003 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1568 cc | 1461 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 78 HP | 64 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 122 Nm | 160 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 79 mm | 76 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 80.5 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.5:1 | 18.8:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1030 kg | 1085 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4070 mm | 4050 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1840 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1840 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2620 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 39 L | 50 L |