2003 Renault Kangoo vs. 1971 Toyota Sprinter
To start off, 2003 Renault Kangoo is newer by 32 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Toyota Sprinter. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Toyota Sprinter would be higher. At 1,461 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Renault Kangoo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1971 Toyota Sprinter (90 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 26 more horse power than 2003 Renault Kangoo. (64 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1971 Toyota Sprinter should accelerate faster than 2003 Renault Kangoo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Renault Kangoo weights approximately 220 kg more than 1971 Toyota Sprinter.
Because 1971 Toyota Sprinter 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 1971 Toyota Sprinter. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 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, 2003 Renault Kangoo (160 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 42 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Toyota Sprinter. (118 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2003 Renault Kangoo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Toyota Sprinter.
Compare all specifications:
2003 Renault Kangoo | 1971 Toyota Sprinter | |
Make | Renault | Toyota |
Model | Kangoo | Sprinter |
Year Released | 2003 | 1971 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1461 cc | 1407 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 64 HP | 90 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 160 Nm | 118 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 76 mm | 80 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 80.5 mm | 70 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 18.8:1 | 9.6:1 |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1085 kg | 865 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4050 mm | 4000 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1510 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1840 mm | 1380 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2340 mm |