1963 Austin A 99 vs. 1998 Renault Grand Espace
To start off, 1998 Renault Grand Espace is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 Austin A 99. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 Austin A 99 would be higher. At 2,912 cc (6 cylinders), 1963 Austin A 99 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Renault Grand Espace (138 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 31 more horse power than 1963 Austin A 99. (107 HP @ 4750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Renault Grand Espace should accelerate faster than 1963 Austin A 99. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Renault Grand Espace weights approximately 130 kg more than 1963 Austin A 99. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1963 Austin A 99 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1963 Austin A 99. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1998 Renault Grand Espace, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1963 Austin A 99 (224 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 42 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Renault Grand Espace. (182 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 1963 Austin A 99 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Renault Grand Espace.
Compare all specifications:
| 1963 Austin A 99 | 1998 Renault Grand Espace | |
| Make | Austin | Renault |
| Model | A 99 | Grand Espace |
| Year Released | 1963 | 1998 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2912 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 107 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 224 Nm | 182 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 83.4 mm | 82.7 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.9 mm | 93 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.3:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1530 kg | 1660 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 4790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1780 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2880 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 34 L | 70 L |
