1957 DKW F 93 vs. 2002 Renault Grand Espace
To start off, 2002 Renault Grand Espace is newer by 45 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 DKW F 93. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 DKW F 93 would be higher. At 1,869 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Renault Grand Espace is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Renault Grand Espace (118 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 81 more horse power than 1957 DKW F 93. (37 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Renault Grand Espace should accelerate faster than 1957 DKW F 93. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Renault Grand Espace weights approximately 855 kg more than 1957 DKW F 93. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2002 Renault Grand Espace (270 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 199 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 DKW F 93. (71 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2002 Renault Grand Espace will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 DKW F 93.
Compare all specifications:
| 1957 DKW F 93 | 2002 Renault Grand Espace | |
| Make | DKW | Renault |
| Model | F 93 | Grand Espace |
| Year Released | 1957 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 896 cc | 1869 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 37 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 71 Nm | 270 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 71 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 76 mm | 93 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 915 kg | 1770 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4230 mm | 4870 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1760 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2750 mm |
