1970 Mazda Luce 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 Mazda Luce. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Mazda Luce would be higher. At 3,498 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Renault Grand Espace is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Renault Grand Espace (238 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 132 more horse power than 1970 Mazda Luce. (106 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Renault Grand Espace should accelerate faster than 1970 Mazda Luce. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Renault Grand Espace weights approximately 641 kg more than 1970 Mazda Luce. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 Renault Grand Espace (330 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 154 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Mazda Luce. (176 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2007 Renault Grand Espace will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Mazda Luce.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Mazda Luce | 2007 Renault Grand Espace | |
| Make | Mazda | Renault |
| Model | Luce | Grand Espace |
| Year Released | 1970 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2620 cc | 3498 cc |
| Horse Power | 106 HP | 238 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 176 Nm | 330 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Vehicle Weight | 1255 kg | 1896 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 4870 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1750 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2590 mm | 2880 mm |
