1959 AC Ace vs. 2006 Renault Grand Espace
To start off, 2006 Renault Grand Espace is newer by 47 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 AC Ace. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 AC Ace would be higher. At 1,971 cc (6 cylinders), 1959 AC Ace is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1959 AC Ace (125 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 2006 Renault Grand Espace. (118 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1959 AC Ace should accelerate faster than 2006 Renault Grand Espace. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Renault Grand Espace weights approximately 936 kg more than 1959 AC Ace.
Let's talk about torque, 2006 Renault Grand Espace (270 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 103 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 AC Ace. (167 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2006 Renault Grand Espace will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 AC Ace.
Compare all specifications:
1959 AC Ace | 2006 Renault Grand Espace | |
Make | AC | Renault |
Model | Ace | Grand Espace |
Year Released | 1959 | 2006 |
Body Type | Roadster | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1971 cc | 1870 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 125 HP | 118 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 167 Nm | 270 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 18.3:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 894 kg | 1830 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3850 mm | 4870 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1520 mm | 1900 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1750 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2880 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 59 L | 83 L |