1970 Ford Maverick vs. 2002 Renault Espace
To start off, 2002 Renault Espace is newer by 32 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Ford Maverick. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Ford Maverick would be higher. At 4,943 cc (8 cylinders), 1970 Ford Maverick is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Renault Espace (148 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 1970 Ford Maverick. (143 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Renault Espace should accelerate faster than 1970 Ford Maverick. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Renault Espace weights approximately 350 kg more than 1970 Ford Maverick. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1970 Ford Maverick 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 Maverick. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 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, 1970 Ford Maverick (335 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 15 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Renault Espace. (320 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 1970 Ford Maverick will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Renault Espace.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Ford Maverick | 2002 Renault Espace | |
| Make | Ford | Renault |
| Model | Maverick | Espace |
| Year Released | 1970 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4943 cc | 2188 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 143 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 335 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1425 kg | 1775 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4840 mm | 4670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1730 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2580 mm |
