1967 Pontiac Grande Parisienne vs. 2002 Renault Espace
To start off, 2002 Renault Espace is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Pontiac Grande Parisienne. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Pontiac Grande Parisienne would be higher. At 5,319 cc (8 cylinders), 1967 Pontiac Grande Parisienne is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1967 Pontiac Grande Parisienne (230 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 56 more horse power than 2002 Renault Espace. (174 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1967 Pontiac Grande Parisienne should accelerate faster than 2002 Renault Espace. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Renault Espace weights approximately 85 kg more than 1967 Pontiac Grande Parisienne.
Because 1967 Pontiac Grande Parisienne 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 Pontiac Grande Parisienne. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 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 Pontiac Grande Parisienne (448 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 98 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Renault Espace. (350 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 1967 Pontiac Grande Parisienne will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Renault Espace.
Compare all specifications:
1967 Pontiac Grande Parisienne | 2002 Renault Espace | |
Make | Pontiac | Renault |
Model | Grande Parisienne | Espace |
Year Released | 1967 | 2002 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5319 cc | 2944 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 230 HP | 174 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 448 Nm | 350 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 101.3 mm | 87.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 82.5 mm | 82 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1760 kg | 1845 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5480 mm | 4670 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1730 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2770 mm |