1958 Nissan 211 vs. 1989 Renault Espace
To start off, 1989 Renault Espace is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Nissan 211. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Nissan 211 would be higher. At 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 1989 Renault Espace is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Renault Espace (108 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 74 more horse power than 1958 Nissan 211. (34 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1989 Renault Espace should accelerate faster than 1958 Nissan 211. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Renault Espace weights approximately 275 kg more than 1958 Nissan 211. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1989 Renault Espace (163 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 96 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Nissan 211. (67 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1989 Renault Espace will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Nissan 211.
Compare all specifications:
| 1958 Nissan 211 | 1989 Renault Espace | |
| Make | Nissan | Renault |
| Model | 211 | Espace |
| Year Released | 1958 | 1989 |
| Engine Size | 988 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 34 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 67 Nm | 163 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 925 kg | 1200 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3880 mm | 4370 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1470 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1730 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2230 mm | 2590 mm |
