2002 Renault Kangoo vs. 1973 Toyota Corona
To start off, 2002 Renault Kangoo is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Toyota Corona. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Toyota Corona would be higher. At 2,252 cc (6 cylinders), 1973 Toyota Corona is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Renault Kangoo (97 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 1973 Toyota Corona. (96 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Renault Kangoo should accelerate faster than 1973 Toyota Corona. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Renault Kangoo weights approximately 90 kg more than 1973 Toyota Corona. 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 1973 Toyota Corona. 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, 1973 Toyota Corona (166 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 18 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Renault Kangoo. (148 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 1973 Toyota Corona will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Renault Kangoo.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Renault Kangoo | 1973 Toyota Corona | |
| Make | Renault | Toyota |
| Model | Kangoo | Corona |
| Year Released | 2002 | 1973 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1598 cc | 2252 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 97 HP | 96 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 148 Nm | 166 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1300 kg | 1210 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4000 mm | 4440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1910 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2590 mm |
