2006 Renault Kangoo vs. 1970 Volkswagen 411
To start off, 2006 Renault Kangoo is newer by 36 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Volkswagen 411. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Volkswagen 411 would be higher. At 1,679 cc (4 cylinders), 1970 Volkswagen 411 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1970 Volkswagen 411 (80 HP) has 6 more horse power than 2006 Renault Kangoo. (74 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1970 Volkswagen 411 should accelerate faster than 2006 Renault Kangoo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Renault Kangoo weights approximately 668 kg more than 1970 Volkswagen 411.
Because 1970 Volkswagen 411 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 Volkswagen 411. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 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, 1970 Volkswagen 411 (131 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 17 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Renault Kangoo. (114 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1970 Volkswagen 411 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Renault Kangoo.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Renault Kangoo | 1970 Volkswagen 411 | |
| Make | Renault | Volkswagen |
| Model | Kangoo | 411 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1970 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1389 cc | 1679 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 80 HP |
| Torque | 114 Nm | 131 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79.5 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 70 mm | 66 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 8.2:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1700 kg | 1032 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4000 mm | 4530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1810 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2500 mm |
