2005 Renault Kangoo vs. 1977 Toyota Cressida
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 Cressida. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Toyota Cressida would be higher. At 1,968 cc (4 cylinders), 1977 Toyota Cressida is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1977 Toyota Cressida (89 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 27 more horse power than 2005 Renault Kangoo. (62 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1977 Toyota Cressida should accelerate faster than 2005 Renault Kangoo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1977 Toyota Cressida weights approximately 110 kg more than 2005 Renault Kangoo. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1977 Toyota Cressida 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 1977 Toyota Cressida. 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, 1977 Toyota Cressida (145 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 51 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Renault Kangoo. (94 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1977 Toyota Cressida will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Renault Kangoo.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Renault Kangoo | 1977 Toyota Cressida | |
| Make | Renault | Toyota |
| Model | Kangoo | Cressida |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1977 |
| Body Type | Panel Van | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1149 cc | 1968 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 62 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 94 Nm | 145 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 69 mm | 88.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 76.8 mm | 80 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1010 kg | 1120 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4050 mm | 4530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1840 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2600 mm |
