1971 Nissan Laurel vs. 1995 Renault Espace
To start off, 1995 Renault Espace is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Nissan Laurel. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Nissan Laurel would be higher. At 3,499 cc (10 cylinders), 1995 Renault Espace is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Renault Espace (804 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 719 more horse power than 1971 Nissan Laurel. (85 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Renault Espace should accelerate faster than 1971 Nissan Laurel. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Renault Espace weights approximately 295 kg more than 1971 Nissan Laurel. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1971 Nissan Laurel 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 1971 Nissan Laurel. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1995 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, 1995 Renault Espace (705 Nm) has 550 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Nissan Laurel. (155 Nm). This means 1995 Renault Espace will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Nissan Laurel.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Nissan Laurel | 1995 Renault Espace | |
| Make | Nissan | Renault |
| Model | Laurel | Espace |
| Year Released | 1971 | 1995 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1815 cc | 3499 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 10 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 804 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 155 Nm | 705 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1010 kg | 1305 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4310 mm | 4430 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 2060 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2810 mm |
