2008 Renault Kangoo vs. 1972 Toyota Sprinter
To start off, 2008 Renault Kangoo is newer by 36 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Toyota Sprinter. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Toyota Sprinter would be higher. At 1,598 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Renault Kangoo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Toyota Sprinter (98 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 2008 Renault Kangoo. (95 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1972 Toyota Sprinter should accelerate faster than 2008 Renault Kangoo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Renault Kangoo weights approximately 315 kg more than 1972 Toyota Sprinter.
Let's talk about torque, 2008 Renault Kangoo (148 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 3 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Toyota Sprinter. (145 Nm @ 5200 RPM). This means 2008 Renault Kangoo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Toyota Sprinter.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Renault Kangoo | 1972 Toyota Sprinter | |
| Make | Renault | Toyota |
| Model | Kangoo | Sprinter |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1598 cc | 1586 cc |
| Horse Power | 95 HP | 98 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 148 Nm | 145 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1180 kg | 865 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4040 mm | 3980 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1830 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2340 mm |
