1963 Nissan Cedric vs. 2002 Renault Espace
To start off, 2002 Renault Espace is newer by 39 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 Nissan Cedric. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 Nissan Cedric would be higher. At 2,958 cc (6 cylinders), 2002 Renault Espace is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Renault Espace (177 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 117 more horse power than 1963 Nissan Cedric. (60 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Renault Espace should accelerate faster than 1963 Nissan Cedric. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Renault Espace weights approximately 760 kg more than 1963 Nissan Cedric. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2002 Renault Espace (350 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 235 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Nissan Cedric. (115 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2002 Renault Espace will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Nissan Cedric.
Compare all specifications:
| 1963 Nissan Cedric | 2002 Renault Espace | |
| Make | Nissan | Renault |
| Model | Cedric | Espace |
| Year Released | 1963 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1488 cc | 2958 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 60 HP | 177 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 115 Nm | 350 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Vehicle Weight | 1085 kg | 1845 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4420 mm | 4670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1730 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2810 mm |
