1978 Porsche 924 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 Porsche 924. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Porsche 924 would be higher. At 1,984 cc (4 cylinders), 1978 Porsche 924 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1978 Porsche 924 (124 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 60 more horse power than 2007 Renault Kangoo. (64 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1978 Porsche 924 should accelerate faster than 2007 Renault Kangoo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Porsche 924 weights approximately 20 kg more than 2007 Renault Kangoo. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1978 Porsche 924 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 Porsche 924. 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 Porsche 924 (164 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 4 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Renault Kangoo. (160 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1978 Porsche 924 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Renault Kangoo.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Porsche 924 | 2007 Renault Kangoo | |
| Make | Porsche | Renault |
| Model | 924 | Kangoo |
| Year Released | 1978 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Panel Van |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1984 cc | 1461 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 124 HP | 64 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 164 Nm | 160 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86.5 mm | 76.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84.4 mm | 80.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.3:1 | 18.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1180 kg | 1160 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4180 mm | 4040 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1270 mm | 1830 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2610 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 50 L |
