1965 Ford Corsair vs. 1985 Renault Espace
To start off, 1985 Renault Espace is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Ford Corsair. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Ford Corsair would be higher. At 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 1985 Renault Espace is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Renault Espace (89 HP @ 4250 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 1965 Ford Corsair. (76 HP @ 4750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1985 Renault Espace should accelerate faster than 1965 Ford Corsair. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Renault Espace weights approximately 255 kg more than 1965 Ford Corsair. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1965 Ford Corsair 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 1965 Ford Corsair. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1985 Renault 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, 1985 Renault Espace (182 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 47 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Ford Corsair. (135 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1985 Renault Espace will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Ford Corsair.
Compare all specifications:
| 1965 Ford Corsair | 1985 Renault Espace | |
| Make | Ford | Renault |
| Model | Corsair | Espace |
| Year Released | 1965 | 1985 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1663 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 76 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Torque | 135 Nm | 182 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93.7 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 60.4 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.1:1 | 21.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 995 kg | 1250 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4370 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1730 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2590 mm |
