1970 Chevrolet Impala vs. 1990 Renault Espace
To start off, 1990 Renault Espace is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Chevrolet Impala. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Chevrolet Impala would be higher. At 4,093 cc (6 cylinders), 1970 Chevrolet Impala is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Renault Espace (113 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 1970 Chevrolet Impala. (110 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1990 Renault Espace should accelerate faster than 1970 Chevrolet Impala. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Chevrolet Impala weights approximately 515 kg more than 1990 Renault Espace.
Let's talk about torque, 1970 Chevrolet Impala (251 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 88 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Renault Espace. (163 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1970 Chevrolet Impala will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Renault Espace.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Chevrolet Impala | 1990 Renault Espace | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Renault |
| Model | Impala | Espace |
| Year Released | 1970 | 1990 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4093 cc | 1996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 110 HP | 113 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 251 Nm | 163 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 98.2 mm | 82.7 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 89.6 mm | 93 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1715 kg | 1200 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5600 mm | 4370 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1730 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3100 mm | 2590 mm |
