1970 Toyota Carina vs. 2012 Renault Espace
To start off, 2012 Renault Espace is newer by 42 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Toyota Carina. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Toyota Carina would be higher. At 3,498 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Renault Espace is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Renault Espace (239 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 124 more horse power than 1970 Toyota Carina. (115 HP @ 6400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Renault Espace should accelerate faster than 1970 Toyota Carina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Renault Espace weights approximately 970 kg more than 1970 Toyota Carina. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1970 Toyota Carina 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 Toyota Carina. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 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, 2012 Renault Espace (330 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 181 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Toyota Carina. (149 Nm @ 5200 RPM). This means 2012 Renault Espace will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Toyota Carina. 2012 Renault Espace has automatic transmission and 1970 Toyota Carina has manual transmission. 1970 Toyota Carina will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2012 Renault Espace will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1970 Toyota Carina | 2012 Renault Espace | |
Make | Toyota | Renault |
Model | Carina | Espace |
Year Released | 1970 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1586 cc | 3498 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 115 HP | 239 HP |
Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 149 Nm | 330 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5200 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 95.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 70 mm | 81.4 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 10.3:1 |
Top Speed | 185 km/hour | 225 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 845 kg | 1815 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4140 mm | 4870 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 2110 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1750 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2870 mm |