2005 Renault Kangoo vs. 1977 Toyota Carina
To start off, 2005 Renault Kangoo is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Toyota Carina. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Toyota Carina would be higher. At 1,868 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Renault Kangoo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1977 Toyota Carina (86 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 2005 Renault Kangoo. (83 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1977 Toyota Carina should accelerate faster than 2005 Renault Kangoo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Renault Kangoo weights approximately 805 kg more than 1977 Toyota Carina.
Because 2005 Renault Kangoo is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1977 Toyota Carina. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 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, 2005 Renault Kangoo (180 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 35 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Toyota Carina. (145 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2005 Renault Kangoo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Toyota Carina.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Renault Kangoo | 1977 Toyota Carina | |
| Make | Renault | Toyota |
| Model | Kangoo | Carina |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1977 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1868 cc | 1770 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 83 HP | 86 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 180 Nm | 145 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 93 mm | 78 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 19.0:1 | 9.2:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1770 kg | 965 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4040 mm | 4240 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1910 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2510 mm |
