1966 Lotus Europa vs. 2005 Renault Grand Espace
To start off, 2005 Renault Grand Espace is newer by 39 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Lotus Europa. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Lotus Europa would be higher. At 1,870 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Renault Grand Espace is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Renault Grand Espace (119 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 43 more horse power than 1966 Lotus Europa. (76 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Renault Grand Espace should accelerate faster than 1966 Lotus Europa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Renault Grand Espace weights approximately 1220 kg more than 1966 Lotus Europa. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Renault Grand Espace (270 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 167 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Lotus Europa. (103 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2005 Renault Grand Espace will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Lotus Europa.
Compare all specifications:
| 1966 Lotus Europa | 2005 Renault Grand Espace | |
| Make | Lotus | Renault |
| Model | Europa | Grand Espace |
| Year Released | 1966 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 1468 cc | 1870 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 76 HP | 119 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 103 Nm | 270 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81 mm | 93 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.3:1 | 18.3:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 610 kg | 1830 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3980 mm | 4870 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1080 mm | 1750 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2340 mm | 2880 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 83 L |
