1952 Buick 40 vs. 2000 Renault Grand Espace
To start off, 2000 Renault Grand Espace is newer by 48 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1952 Buick 40. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1952 Buick 40 would be higher. At 4,066 cc (8 cylinders), 1952 Buick 40 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Renault Grand Espace (138 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 1952 Buick 40. (118 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Renault Grand Espace should accelerate faster than 1952 Buick 40. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Renault Grand Espace weights approximately 25 kg more than 1952 Buick 40. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1952 Buick 40 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 1952 Buick 40. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 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, 1952 Buick 40 (292 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 110 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Renault Grand Espace. (182 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 1952 Buick 40 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Renault Grand Espace.
Compare all specifications:
| 1952 Buick 40 | 2000 Renault Grand Espace | |
| Make | Buick | Renault |
| Model | 40 | Grand Espace |
| Year Released | 1952 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4066 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 292 Nm | 182 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 78.6 mm | 82.7 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 104.8 mm | 90 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 1635 kg | 1660 kg |
| Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1820 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3090 mm | 2880 mm |
