1972 Mazda Familia vs. 2002 Renault Espace
To start off, 2002 Renault Espace is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Mazda Familia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Mazda Familia would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Renault Espace is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Renault Espace (175 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 126 more horse power than 1972 Mazda Familia. (49 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Renault Espace should accelerate faster than 1972 Mazda Familia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Renault Espace weights approximately 945 kg more than 1972 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, 2002 Renault Espace (250 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 171 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Mazda Familia. (79 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2002 Renault Espace will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Mazda Familia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Mazda Familia | 2002 Renault Espace | |
| Make | Mazda | Renault |
| Model | Familia | Espace |
| Year Released | 1972 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 987 cc | 1998 cc |
| Horse Power | 49 HP | 175 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 79 Nm | 250 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 740 kg | 1685 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3790 mm | 4670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1470 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1730 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2200 mm | 2810 mm |
