1968 Austin 3-Litre vs. 1999 Renault Espace
To start off, 1999 Renault Espace is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Austin 3-Litre. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Austin 3-Litre would be higher. At 2,946 cc (6 cylinders), 1999 Renault Espace is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Renault Espace (191 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 67 more horse power than 1968 Austin 3-Litre. (124 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Renault Espace should accelerate faster than 1968 Austin 3-Litre. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Renault Espace weights approximately 190 kg more than 1968 Austin 3-Litre. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1968 Austin 3-Litre 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 1968 Austin 3-Litre. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 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, 1999 Renault Espace (278 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 59 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Austin 3-Litre. (219 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1999 Renault Espace will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Austin 3-Litre.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Austin 3-Litre | 1999 Renault Espace | |
| Make | Austin | Renault |
| Model | 3-Litre | Espace |
| Year Released | 1968 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2912 cc | 2946 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 124 HP | 191 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 219 Nm | 278 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1490 kg | 1680 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4720 mm | 4530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1700 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2940 mm | 2710 mm |
