1979 Ford Granada vs. 2001 Renault Kangoo
To start off, 2001 Renault Kangoo is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Ford Granada. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Ford Granada would be higher. At 4,092 cc (6 cylinders), 1979 Ford Granada is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Renault Kangoo (97 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 1979 Ford Granada. (96 HP @ 3200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Renault Kangoo should accelerate faster than 1979 Ford Granada. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Ford Granada weights approximately 200 kg more than 2001 Renault Kangoo.
Because 2001 Renault Kangoo is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1979 Ford Granada. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 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, 1979 Ford Granada (284 Nm @ 1400 RPM) has 136 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Renault Kangoo. (148 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 1979 Ford Granada will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Renault Kangoo.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Ford Granada | 2001 Renault Kangoo | |
| Make | Ford | Renault |
| Model | Granada | Kangoo |
| Year Released | 1979 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4092 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 96 HP | 97 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3200 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 284 Nm | 148 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1400 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Vehicle Weight | 1500 kg | 1300 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5030 mm | 4000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1910 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2630 mm |
