1961 Land Rover A 109 vs. 1991 Renault Espace
To start off, 1991 Renault Espace is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Land Rover A 109. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Land Rover A 109 would be higher. At 2,286 cc (4 cylinders), 1961 Land Rover A 109 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Renault Espace (103 HP) has 36 more horse power than 1961 Land Rover A 109. (67 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1991 Renault Espace should accelerate faster than 1961 Land Rover A 109. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1961 Land Rover A 109 weights approximately 180 kg more than 1991 Renault Espace.
Because 1961 Land Rover A 109 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1991 Renault Espace. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1961 Land Rover A 109 will offer significantly more control. 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, 1991 Renault Espace (159 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 2 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Land Rover A 109. (157 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1991 Renault Espace will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Land Rover A 109.
Compare all specifications:
| 1961 Land Rover A 109 | 1991 Renault Espace | |
| Make | Land Rover | Renault |
| Model | A 109 | Espace |
| Year Released | 1961 | 1991 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2286 cc | 1948 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 67 HP | 103 HP |
| Torque | 157 Nm | 159 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1500 kg | 1320 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 4440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2070 mm | 1700 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2680 mm |
