1978 Mazda 626 vs. 2002 Renault Kangoo
To start off, 2002 Renault Kangoo is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Mazda 626. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Mazda 626 would be higher. At 1,768 cc (4 cylinders), 1978 Mazda 626 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Renault Kangoo (97 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 1978 Mazda 626. (93 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Renault Kangoo should accelerate faster than 1978 Mazda 626. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Renault Kangoo weights approximately 305 kg more than 1978 Mazda 626. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2002 Renault Kangoo is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1978 Mazda 626. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 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 Mazda 626 (150 Nm @ 3300 RPM) has 2 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Renault Kangoo. (148 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 1978 Mazda 626 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Renault Kangoo.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Mazda 626 | 2002 Renault Kangoo | |
| Make | Mazda | Renault |
| Model | 626 | Kangoo |
| Year Released | 1978 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1768 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 93 HP | 97 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 150 Nm | 148 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3300 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 80.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 995 kg | 1300 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4310 mm | 4000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1910 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2630 mm |
