1957 Lotus Seven vs. 2004 Renault Grand Espace
To start off, 2004 Renault Grand Espace is newer by 47 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Lotus Seven. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Lotus Seven would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Renault Grand Espace is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Renault Grand Espace (161 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 35 more horse power than 1957 Lotus Seven. (126 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Renault Grand Espace should accelerate faster than 1957 Lotus Seven. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Renault Grand Espace weights approximately 1020 kg more than 1957 Lotus Seven. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1957 Lotus Seven 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 1957 Lotus Seven. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Renault Grand 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, 2004 Renault Grand Espace (251 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 98 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Lotus Seven. (153 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2004 Renault Grand Espace will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Lotus Seven.
Compare all specifications:
| 1957 Lotus Seven | 2004 Renault Grand Espace | |
| Make | Lotus | Renault |
| Model | Seven | Grand Espace |
| Year Released | 1957 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Roadster | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1558 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 126 HP | 161 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 153 Nm | 251 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Top Speed | 161 km/hour | 205 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 750 kg | 1770 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3370 mm | 4870 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 950 mm | 1750 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2190 mm | 2520 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 29 L | 83 L |
