1966 Ford Consul vs. 2007 Renault Grand Espace
To start off, 2007 Renault Grand Espace is newer by 41 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Ford Consul. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Ford Consul would be higher. At 2,188 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Renault Grand Espace is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Renault Grand Espace (148 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 103 more horse power than 1966 Ford Consul. (45 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Renault Grand Espace should accelerate faster than 1966 Ford Consul. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Renault Grand Espace weights approximately 1118 kg more than 1966 Ford Consul. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1966 Ford Consul 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 1966 Ford Consul. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 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, 2007 Renault Grand Espace (320 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 235 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Ford Consul. (85 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 2007 Renault Grand Espace will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Ford Consul.
Compare all specifications:
| 1966 Ford Consul | 2007 Renault Grand Espace | |
| Make | Ford | Renault |
| Model | Consul | Grand Espace |
| Year Released | 1966 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1181 cc | 2188 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 45 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 85 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2700 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 87 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 58.2 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 18.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 782 kg | 1900 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 4870 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1750 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2880 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 83 L |
