1967 Nissan President vs. 2006 Renault Grand Espace
To start off, 2006 Renault Grand Espace is newer by 39 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Nissan President. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Nissan President would be higher. At 2,974 cc (6 cylinders), 1967 Nissan President is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Renault Grand Espace (168 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 59 more horse power than 1967 Nissan President. (109 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Renault Grand Espace should accelerate faster than 1967 Nissan President. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Renault Grand Espace weights approximately 213 kg more than 1967 Nissan President. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1967 Nissan President 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 1967 Nissan President. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 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, 2006 Renault Grand Espace (250 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 14 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Nissan President. (236 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2006 Renault Grand Espace will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Nissan President.
Compare all specifications:
| 1967 Nissan President | 2006 Renault Grand Espace | |
| Make | Nissan | Renault |
| Model | President | Grand Espace |
| Year Released | 1967 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2974 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 109 HP | 168 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 236 Nm | 250 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1605 kg | 1818 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5050 mm | 4870 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1750 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2880 mm |
