1969 Toyota Century vs. 1999 Renault Espace
To start off, 1999 Renault Espace is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Toyota Century. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Toyota Century would be higher. At 2,980 cc (8 cylinders), 1969 Toyota Century is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Renault Espace (138 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 1969 Toyota Century. (127 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Renault Espace should accelerate faster than 1969 Toyota Century. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1969 Toyota Century weights approximately 310 kg more than 1999 Renault Espace.
Because 1969 Toyota Century 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 1969 Toyota Century. 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, 1969 Toyota Century (250 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 61 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Renault Espace. (189 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 1969 Toyota Century will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Renault Espace.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 Toyota Century | 1999 Renault Espace | |
| Make | Toyota | Renault |
| Model | Century | Espace |
| Year Released | 1969 | 1999 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2980 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 127 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 250 Nm | 189 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1800 kg | 1490 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4990 mm | 4530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1700 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2870 mm | 2710 mm |
