1970 Daihatsu Fellow vs. 2007 Renault Grand Espace
To start off, 2007 Renault Grand Espace is newer by 37 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 1,870 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Renault Grand Espace is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Renault Grand Espace (118 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 80 more horse power than 1970 Daihatsu Fellow. (38 HP @ 7200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Renault Grand Espace should accelerate faster than 1970 Daihatsu Fellow. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Renault Grand Espace weights approximately 1365 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, 2007 Renault Grand Espace (271 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 231 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Daihatsu Fellow. (40 Nm @ 6500 RPM). This means 2007 Renault Grand Espace will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Daihatsu Fellow.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Daihatsu Fellow | 2007 Renault Grand Espace | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Renault |
| Model | Fellow | Grand Espace |
| Year Released | 1970 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 356 cc | 1870 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 38 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 40 Nm | 271 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 6500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 62 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 59 mm | 93 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 120 km/hour | 180 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 465 kg | 1830 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3000 mm | 4870 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1300 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1750 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2100 mm | 2880 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 43 L | 83 L |
