1954 Buick 70 vs. 2006 Renault Espace
To start off, 2006 Renault Espace is newer by 52 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1954 Buick 70. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1954 Buick 70 would be higher. At 5,274 cc (8 cylinders), 1954 Buick 70 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Renault Espace (238 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 38 more horse power than 1954 Buick 70. (200 HP @ 4100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Renault Espace should accelerate faster than 1954 Buick 70. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1954 Buick 70 weights approximately 138 kg more than 2006 Renault Espace.
Because 1954 Buick 70 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 1954 Buick 70. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Renault 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, 1954 Buick 70 (410 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 80 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Renault Espace. (330 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1954 Buick 70 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Renault Espace.
Compare all specifications:
| 1954 Buick 70 | 2006 Renault Espace | |
| Make | Buick | Renault |
| Model | 70 | Espace |
| Year Released | 1954 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5274 cc | 3498 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 200 HP | 238 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4100 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 410 Nm | 330 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 95.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81.4 mm | 81.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.5:1 | 10.3:1 |
| Top Speed | 161 km/hour | 225 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1983 kg | 1845 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5520 mm | 4670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1590 mm | 1700 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3230 mm | 2810 mm |
