1961 Austin Mini Cooper vs. 1998 Renault Grand Espace
To start off, 1998 Renault Grand Espace is newer by 37 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Austin Mini Cooper. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Austin Mini Cooper would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 Renault Grand Espace is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Renault Grand Espace (138 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 84 more horse power than 1961 Austin Mini Cooper. (54 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Renault Grand Espace should accelerate faster than 1961 Austin Mini Cooper. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Renault Grand Espace weights approximately 1076 kg more than 1961 Austin Mini Cooper. 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, 1998 Renault Grand Espace (182 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 108 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Austin Mini Cooper. (74 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1998 Renault Grand Espace will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Austin Mini Cooper.
Compare all specifications:
| 1961 Austin Mini Cooper | 1998 Renault Grand Espace | |
| Make | Austin | Renault |
| Model | Mini Cooper | Grand Espace |
| Year Released | 1961 | 1998 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 948 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 54 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 74 Nm | 182 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 62.4 mm | 82.7 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81.3 mm | 93 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 584 kg | 1660 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3050 mm | 4790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1400 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1780 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2040 mm | 2880 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 25 L | 70 L |
