1967 Opel Record vs. 2007 Renault Espace
To start off, 2007 Renault Espace is newer by 40 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Opel Record. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Opel Record would be higher. At 2,118 cc (4 cylinders), 1967 Opel Record is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Renault Espace (134 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 61 more horse power than 1967 Opel Record. (73 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Renault Espace should accelerate faster than 1967 Opel Record. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Renault Espace weights approximately 662 kg more than 1967 Opel Record. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1967 Opel Record 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 Opel Record. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 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, 1967 Opel Record (223 Nm) has 32 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Renault Espace. (191 Nm). This means 1967 Opel Record will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Renault Espace.
Compare all specifications:
| 1967 Opel Record | 2007 Renault Espace | |
| Make | Opel | Renault |
| Model | Record | Espace |
| Year Released | 1967 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2118 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 73 HP | 134 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 223 Nm | 191 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 90.5 mm | 82.8 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82.3 mm | 93 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.5:1 | 9.8:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1078 kg | 1740 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 3990 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1700 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2810 mm |
