1968 Jensen FF vs. 2004 Renault Grand Espace
To start off, 2004 Renault Grand Espace is newer by 36 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 104 more horse power than 2004 Renault Grand Espace. (175 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1968 Jensen FF should accelerate faster than 2004 Renault Grand Espace. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Jensen FF weights approximately 15 kg more than 2004 Renault Grand 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 237 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Renault Grand Espace. (350 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 1968 Jensen FF will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Renault Grand Espace.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Jensen FF | 2004 Renault Grand Espace | |
| Make | Jensen | Renault |
| Model | FF | Grand Espace |
| Year Released | 1968 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6276 cc | 2958 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 279 HP | 175 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 587 Nm | 350 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 108 mm | 87.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 85.9 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 18.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1975 kg | 1960 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 4870 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1750 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2750 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 83 L |
