2005 Renault Kangoo vs. 1973 Toyota Sprinter
To start off, 2005 Renault Kangoo is newer by 32 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Toyota Sprinter. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Toyota Sprinter would be higher. At 1,598 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Renault Kangoo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1973 Toyota Sprinter (98 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 2005 Renault Kangoo. (97 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1973 Toyota Sprinter should accelerate faster than 2005 Renault Kangoo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Renault Kangoo weights approximately 435 kg more than 1973 Toyota Sprinter.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Renault Kangoo (151 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 6 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Toyota Sprinter. (145 Nm @ 5200 RPM). This means 2005 Renault Kangoo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Toyota Sprinter.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Renault Kangoo | 1973 Toyota Sprinter | |
| Make | Renault | Toyota |
| Model | Kangoo | Sprinter |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1973 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1598 cc | 1588 cc |
| Horse Power | 97 HP | 98 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 151 Nm | 145 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1300 kg | 865 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4000 mm | 3980 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1910 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2340 mm |
