2008 Renault Kangoo vs. 1976 Toyota Carina
To start off, 2008 Renault Kangoo is newer by 32 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Toyota Carina. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Toyota Carina would be higher. At 1,589 cc (4 cylinders), 1976 Toyota Carina is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1976 Toyota Carina (99 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 16 more horse power than 2008 Renault Kangoo. (83 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1976 Toyota Carina should accelerate faster than 2008 Renault Kangoo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Renault Kangoo weights approximately 250 kg more than 1976 Toyota Carina.
Because 1976 Toyota Carina 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 1976 Toyota Carina. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 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, 2008 Renault Kangoo (200 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 65 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Toyota Carina. (135 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2008 Renault Kangoo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Toyota Carina.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Renault Kangoo | 1976 Toyota Carina | |
Make | Renault | Toyota |
Model | Kangoo | Carina |
Year Released | 2008 | 1976 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1461 cc | 1589 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 83 HP | 99 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 200 Nm | 135 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 76 mm | 85 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 80.5 mm | 70 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 18.8:1 | 8.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1200 kg | 950 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4040 mm | 4140 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1580 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1830 mm | 1390 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2430 mm |