1968 Plymouth GTX vs. 2007 Renault Espace

To start off, 2007 Renault Espace is newer by 39 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Plymouth GTX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Plymouth GTX would be higher. At 7,206 cc (8 cylinders), 1968 Plymouth GTX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 Plymouth GTX (375 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 137 more horse power than 2007 Renault Espace. (238 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1968 Plymouth GTX should accelerate faster than 2007 Renault Espace. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Renault Espace weights approximately 248 kg more than 1968 Plymouth GTX.

Because 1968 Plymouth GTX 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 Plymouth GTX. 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, 1968 Plymouth GTX (651 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 321 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Renault Espace. (330 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1968 Plymouth GTX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Renault Espace.

Compare all specifications:

1968 Plymouth GTX 2007 Renault Espace
Make Plymouth Renault
Model GTX Espace
Year Released 1968 2007
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 7206 cc 3498 cc
Engine Cylinders 8 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type V V
Valves per Cylinder 2 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 375 HP 238 HP
Engine RPM 4600 RPM 6000 RPM
Torque 651 Nm 330 Nm
Torque RPM 3200 RPM 3600 RPM
Engine Bore Size 109.7 mm 95.5 mm
Engine Stroke Size 95.3 mm 81.4 mm
Engine Compression Ratio 10.1:1 10.3:1
Drive Type Rear Front
Transmission Type Automatic Automatic
Number of Doors 2 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 1597 kg 1845 kg
Vehicle Length 5160 mm 4670 mm
Vehicle Width 1950 mm 1900 mm
Vehicle Height 1340 mm 1700 mm
Wheelbase Size 2950 mm 2810 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 72 L 83 L


 

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