1949 Armstrong Siddeley Whitley vs. 2002 Renault Grand Espace
To start off, 2002 Renault Grand Espace is newer by 53 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1949 Armstrong Siddeley Whitley. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1949 Armstrong Siddeley Whitley would be higher. At 2,309 cc (6 cylinders), 1949 Armstrong Siddeley Whitley is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Renault Grand Espace (162 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 87 more horse power than 1949 Armstrong Siddeley Whitley. (75 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Renault Grand Espace should accelerate faster than 1949 Armstrong Siddeley Whitley. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Renault Grand Espace weights approximately 310 kg more than 1949 Armstrong Siddeley Whitley. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1949 Armstrong Siddeley Whitley 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 1949 Armstrong Siddeley Whitley. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 Renault Grand Espace, 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, 2002 Renault Grand Espace (251 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 106 more torque (in Nm) than 1949 Armstrong Siddeley Whitley. (145 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2002 Renault Grand Espace will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1949 Armstrong Siddeley Whitley.
Compare all specifications:
| 1949 Armstrong Siddeley Whitley | 2002 Renault Grand Espace | |
| Make | Armstrong Siddeley | Renault |
| Model | Whitley | Grand Espace |
| Year Released | 1949 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2309 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 75 HP | 162 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 145 Nm | 251 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 70 mm | 82.7 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 100 mm | 93 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1430 kg | 1740 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4710 mm | 4870 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1610 mm | 1750 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2930 mm | 2810 mm |
