1970 Ford Corsair 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 Ford Corsair. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Ford Corsair would be higher. At 1,870 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Renault Espace is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Renault Espace (118 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 59 more horse power than 1970 Ford Corsair. (59 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Renault Espace should accelerate faster than 1970 Ford Corsair. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Renault Espace weights approximately 1035 kg more than 1970 Ford Corsair. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1970 Ford Corsair 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 1970 Ford Corsair. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 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, 2004 Renault Espace (270 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 169 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Ford Corsair. (101 Nm @ 2300 RPM). This means 2004 Renault Espace will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Ford Corsair.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Ford Corsair | 2004 Renault Espace | |
| Make | Ford | Renault |
| Model | Corsair | Espace |
| Year Released | 1970 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1498 cc | 1870 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 101 Nm | 270 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2300 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 885 kg | 1920 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1700 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2620 mm |
