1979 Lancia Delta vs. 2007 Renault Kangoo
To start off, 2007 Renault Kangoo is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Lancia Delta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Lancia Delta would be higher. At 1,870 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Renault Kangoo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1979 Lancia Delta (85 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 2007 Renault Kangoo. (83 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1979 Lancia Delta should accelerate faster than 2007 Renault Kangoo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Renault Kangoo weights approximately 495 kg more than 1979 Lancia Delta.
Because 2007 Renault Kangoo is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1979 Lancia Delta. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 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, 2007 Renault Kangoo (180 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 57 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Lancia Delta. (123 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2007 Renault Kangoo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Lancia Delta.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Lancia Delta | 2007 Renault Kangoo | |
| Make | Lancia | Renault |
| Model | Delta | Kangoo |
| Year Released | 1979 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1498 cc | 1870 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 83 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 123 Nm | 180 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86.4 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 63.9 mm | 93 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 175 km/hour | 147 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 11 seconds | 16.2 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 910 kg | 1405 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3890 mm | 4600 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1830 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2610 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 7 L/100km | 7.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 59 L | 50 L |
