1958 Nissan 211 vs. 2007 Renault Espace
To start off, 2007 Renault Espace is newer by 49 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 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Renault Espace is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Renault Espace (168 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 134 more horse power than 1958 Nissan 211. (34 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Renault Espace should accelerate faster than 1958 Nissan 211. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Renault Espace weights approximately 835 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, 2007 Renault Espace (250 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 183 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Nissan 211. (67 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2007 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 | 2007 Renault Espace | |
| Make | Nissan | Renault |
| Model | 211 | Espace |
| Year Released | 1958 | 2007 |
| Engine Size | 988 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 34 HP | 168 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 67 Nm | 250 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Vehicle Weight | 925 kg | 1760 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3880 mm | 4670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1470 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1700 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2230 mm | 2810 mm |
