1968 Jensen FF vs. 1997 Renault Espace
To start off, 1997 Renault Espace is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Jensen FF. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Jensen FF would be higher. At 6,276 cc (8 cylinders), 1968 Jensen FF is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 Jensen FF (279 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 168 more horse power than 1997 Renault Espace. (111 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1968 Jensen FF should accelerate faster than 1997 Renault Espace. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Jensen FF weights approximately 485 kg more than 1997 Renault Espace. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1968 Jensen FF (587 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 419 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Renault Espace. (168 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1968 Jensen FF will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Renault Espace.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Jensen FF | 1997 Renault Espace | |
| Make | Jensen | Renault |
| Model | FF | Espace |
| Year Released | 1968 | 1997 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6276 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 279 HP | 111 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 587 Nm | 168 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1975 kg | 1490 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 4530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1700 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2710 mm |
