1956 AC Ace vs. 2005 Renault Grand Espace
To start off, 2005 Renault Grand Espace is newer by 49 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1956 AC Ace. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1956 AC Ace would be higher. At 1,971 cc (6 cylinders), 1956 AC Ace is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1956 AC Ace (123 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 2005 Renault Grand Espace. (119 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1956 AC Ace should accelerate faster than 2005 Renault Grand Espace. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Renault Grand Espace weights approximately 936 kg more than 1956 AC Ace.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Renault Grand Espace (270 Nm) has 103 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 AC Ace. (167 Nm). This means 2005 Renault Grand Espace will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 AC Ace.
Compare all specifications:
| 1956 AC Ace | 2005 Renault Grand Espace | |
| Make | AC | Renault |
| Model | Ace | Grand Espace |
| Year Released | 1956 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Roadster | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1971 cc | 1870 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 119 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 167 Nm | 270 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 66 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 96 mm | 93 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 894 kg | 1830 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3850 mm | 4870 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1520 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1750 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2880 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 59 L | 83 L |
