1956 Chevrolet Bel Air vs. 1991 Renault Espace
To start off, 1991 Renault Espace is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1956 Chevrolet Bel Air. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1956 Chevrolet Bel Air would be higher. At 3,869 cc (6 cylinders), 1956 Chevrolet Bel Air is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1956 Chevrolet Bel Air (148 HP) has 40 more horse power than 1991 Renault Espace. (108 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1956 Chevrolet Bel Air should accelerate faster than 1991 Renault Espace.
Because 1991 Renault Espace is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1956 Chevrolet Bel Air. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1991 Renault Espace will offer significantly more control. 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, 1956 Chevrolet Bel Air (278 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 95 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Renault Espace. (183 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1956 Chevrolet Bel Air will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Renault Espace.
Compare all specifications:
| 1956 Chevrolet Bel Air | 1991 Renault Espace | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Renault |
| Model | Bel Air | Espace |
| Year Released | 1956 | 1991 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3869 cc | 2068 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 108 HP |
| Torque | 278 Nm | 183 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 90.5 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 100 mm | 89 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4980 mm | 4440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1690 mm | 1710 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2930 mm | 2590 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 79 L | 77 L |
