2005 Renault Kangoo vs. 1970 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 2005 Renault Kangoo is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Toyota Corolla. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Toyota Corolla would be higher. At 1,598 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Renault Kangoo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Renault Kangoo (94 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 1970 Toyota Corolla. (90 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Renault Kangoo should accelerate faster than 1970 Toyota Corolla. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Renault Kangoo weights approximately 330 kg more than 1970 Toyota Corolla. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1970 Toyota Corolla 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 1970 Toyota Corolla. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 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, 2005 Renault Kangoo (148 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 30 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Toyota Corolla. (118 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2005 Renault Kangoo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Toyota Corolla.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Renault Kangoo | 1970 Toyota Corolla | |
| Make | Renault | Toyota |
| Model | Kangoo | Corolla |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1970 |
| Body Type | Panel Van | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1598 cc | 1407 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 94 HP | 90 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 148 Nm | 118 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79.6 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 80.5 mm | 70 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.6:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1180 kg | 850 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4040 mm | 3950 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1510 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1830 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2340 mm |
