1972 Pontiac Grand Prix vs. 2011 Renault Espace
To start off, 2011 Renault Espace is newer by 39 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Pontiac Grand Prix. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Pontiac Grand Prix would be higher. At 6,547 cc (8 cylinders), 1972 Pontiac Grand Prix is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Pontiac Grand Prix (247 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 2011 Renault Espace. (239 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1972 Pontiac Grand Prix should accelerate faster than 2011 Renault Espace. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Renault Espace weights approximately 15 kg more than 1972 Pontiac Grand Prix.
Because 1972 Pontiac Grand Prix 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 1972 Pontiac Grand Prix. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 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, 1972 Pontiac Grand Prix (462 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 132 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Renault Espace. (330 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1972 Pontiac Grand Prix will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Renault Espace.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Pontiac Grand Prix | 2011 Renault Espace | |
| Make | Pontiac | Renault |
| Model | Grand Prix | Espace |
| Year Released | 1972 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6547 cc | 3498 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 247 HP | 239 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 462 Nm | 330 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1800 kg | 1815 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5350 mm | 4870 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 2110 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1750 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2870 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 38 L | 83 L |
