1955 Daihatsu Bee vs. 2008 Renault Grand Espace
To start off, 2008 Renault Grand Espace is newer by 53 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1955 Daihatsu Bee. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1955 Daihatsu Bee would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Renault Grand Espace is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Renault Grand Espace (161 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 141 more horse power than 1955 Daihatsu Bee. (20 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Renault Grand Espace should accelerate faster than 1955 Daihatsu Bee. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Renault Grand Espace weights approximately 1300 kg more than 1955 Daihatsu Bee. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2008 Renault Grand Espace (250 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 215 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Daihatsu Bee. (35 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2008 Renault Grand Espace will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1955 Daihatsu Bee.
Compare all specifications:
| 1955 Daihatsu Bee | 2008 Renault Grand Espace | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Renault |
| Model | Bee | Grand Espace |
| Year Released | 1955 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 354 cc | 1998 cc |
| Horse Power | 20 HP | 161 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 35 Nm | 250 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Vehicle Weight | 515 kg | 1815 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3000 mm | 4870 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1290 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1750 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2000 mm | 2880 mm |
