1970 Mazda Familia vs. 2006 Renault Espace
To start off, 2006 Renault Espace is newer by 36 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Mazda Familia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Mazda Familia would be higher. At 3,497 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Renault Espace is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Renault Espace (238 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 181 more horse power than 1970 Mazda Familia. (57 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Renault Espace should accelerate faster than 1970 Mazda Familia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Renault Espace weights approximately 1055 kg more than 1970 Mazda Familia. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2006 Renault Espace (330 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 249 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Mazda Familia. (81 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 2006 Renault Espace will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Mazda Familia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Mazda Familia | 2006 Renault Espace | |
| Make | Mazda | Renault |
| Model | Familia | Espace |
| Year Released | 1970 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 985 cc | 3497 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 57 HP | 238 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 81 Nm | 330 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Vehicle Weight | 790 kg | 1845 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3710 mm | 4870 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1470 mm | 2110 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1750 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2200 mm | 2870 mm |
