2007 Renault Kangoo vs. 1971 Renault 15
To start off, 2007 Renault Kangoo is newer by 36 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Renault 15. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Renault 15 would be higher. At 1,565 cc (4 cylinders), 1971 Renault 15 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1971 Renault 15 (89 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 2007 Renault Kangoo. (83 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1971 Renault 15 should accelerate faster than 2007 Renault Kangoo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Renault Kangoo weights approximately 180 kg more than 1971 Renault 15.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 Renault Kangoo (200 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 75 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Renault 15. (125 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2007 Renault Kangoo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Renault 15.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Renault Kangoo | 1971 Renault 15 | |
| Make | Renault | Renault |
| Model | Kangoo | 15 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1971 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1459 cc | 1565 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 83 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 200 Nm | 125 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76 mm | 77 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 80.5 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.8:1 | 9.3:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1200 kg | 1020 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3780 mm | 4260 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1830 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2440 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 38 L |
