2007 Renault Kangoo vs. 1974 Volkswagen SP
To start off, 2007 Renault Kangoo is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Volkswagen SP. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Volkswagen SP would be higher. At 1,584 cc (4 cylinders), 1974 Volkswagen SP is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Renault Kangoo (74 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 1974 Volkswagen SP. (64 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Renault Kangoo should accelerate faster than 1974 Volkswagen SP. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Renault Kangoo weights approximately 487 kg more than 1974 Volkswagen SP. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1974 Volkswagen SP (120 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 6 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Renault Kangoo. (114 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1974 Volkswagen SP will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Renault Kangoo.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Renault Kangoo | 1974 Volkswagen SP | |
| Make | Renault | Volkswagen |
| Model | Kangoo | SP |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1974 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1390 cc | 1584 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 64 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 114 Nm | 120 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1377 kg | 890 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4000 mm | 4220 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1810 mm | 1160 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2410 mm |
