1961 Land Rover A 109 vs. 1999 Renault Espace
To start off, 1999 Renault Espace is newer by 38 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, 1999 Renault Espace (112 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 50 more horse power than 1961 Land Rover A 109. (62 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 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 90 kg more than 1999 Renault Espace.
Because 1961 Land Rover A 109 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1999 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, 1999 Renault Espace (168 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 30 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Land Rover A 109. (138 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 1999 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 | 1999 Renault Espace | |
Make | Land Rover | Renault |
Model | A 109 | Espace |
Year Released | 1961 | 1999 |
Body Type | Coupe | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2286 cc | 1995 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 62 HP | 112 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 138 Nm | 168 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1580 kg | 1490 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 4530 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 2070 mm | 1700 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2710 mm |