1970 Daihatsu Fellow vs. 2004 Renault Espace
To start off, 2004 Renault Espace is newer by 34 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Daihatsu Fellow. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Daihatsu Fellow would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Renault Espace is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Renault Espace (134 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 96 more horse power than 1970 Daihatsu Fellow. (38 HP @ 7200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Renault Espace should accelerate faster than 1970 Daihatsu Fellow. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Renault Espace weights approximately 1296 kg more than 1970 Daihatsu Fellow. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2004 Renault Espace (188 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 148 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Daihatsu Fellow. (40 Nm @ 6500 RPM). This means 2004 Renault Espace will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Daihatsu Fellow.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Daihatsu Fellow | 2004 Renault Espace | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Renault |
| Model | Fellow | Espace |
| Year Released | 1970 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 356 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 38 HP | 134 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 40 Nm | 188 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 6500 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 62 mm | 82.7 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 59 mm | 93 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 120 km/hour | 185 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 465 kg | 1761 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3000 mm | 4670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1300 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1730 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2100 mm | 2700 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 43 L | 83 L |
