1979 Ford Taunus vs. 2005 Renault Kangoo
To start off, 2005 Renault Kangoo is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Ford Taunus. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Ford Taunus would be higher. At 1,868 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Renault Kangoo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Renault Kangoo (83 HP) has 26 more horse power than 1979 Ford Taunus. (57 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Renault Kangoo should accelerate faster than 1979 Ford Taunus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Renault Kangoo weights approximately 750 kg more than 1979 Ford Taunus. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Renault Kangoo is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1979 Ford Taunus. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 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, 2005 Renault Kangoo (180 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 88 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Ford Taunus. (92 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2005 Renault Kangoo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Ford Taunus.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Ford Taunus | 2005 Renault Kangoo | |
| Make | Ford | Renault |
| Model | Taunus | Kangoo |
| Year Released | 1979 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1293 cc | 1868 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 57 HP | 83 HP |
| Torque | 92 Nm | 180 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 66 mm | 93 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1020 kg | 1770 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 4040 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1910 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2630 mm |
