2004 Renault Kangoo vs. 1974 Toyota Carina
To start off, 2004 Renault Kangoo is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Toyota Carina. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Toyota Carina would be higher. At 1,870 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Renault Kangoo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1974 Toyota Carina (99 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 18 more horse power than 2004 Renault Kangoo. (81 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1974 Toyota Carina should accelerate faster than 2004 Renault Kangoo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Renault Kangoo weights approximately 750 kg more than 1974 Toyota Carina.
Because 2004 Renault Kangoo is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1974 Toyota Carina. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 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, 2004 Renault Kangoo (188 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 53 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Toyota Carina. (135 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2004 Renault Kangoo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Toyota Carina.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Renault Kangoo | 1974 Toyota Carina | |
| Make | Renault | Toyota |
| Model | Kangoo | Carina |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1974 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1870 cc | 1589 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 81 HP | 99 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 188 Nm | 135 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 19.0:1 | 8.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1700 kg | 950 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4000 mm | 4140 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1830 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2430 mm |
