1973 Oldsmobile Toronado vs. 2007 Renault Espace
To start off, 2007 Renault Espace is newer by 34 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Oldsmobile Toronado. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Oldsmobile Toronado would be higher. At 7,446 cc (8 cylinders), 1973 Oldsmobile Toronado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1973 Oldsmobile Toronado (265 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 131 more horse power than 2007 Renault Espace. (134 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1973 Oldsmobile Toronado should accelerate faster than 2007 Renault Espace. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Oldsmobile Toronado weights approximately 375 kg more than 2007 Renault Espace. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1973 Oldsmobile Toronado (519 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 328 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Renault Espace. (191 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 1973 Oldsmobile Toronado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Renault Espace. 1973 Oldsmobile Toronado has automatic transmission and 2007 Renault Espace has manual transmission. 2007 Renault Espace will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1973 Oldsmobile Toronado will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Oldsmobile Toronado | 2007 Renault Espace | |
| Make | Oldsmobile | Renault |
| Model | Toronado | Espace |
| Year Released | 1973 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 7446 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 265 HP | 134 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 519 Nm | 191 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 104.9 mm | 82.8 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 108 mm | 93 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2115 kg | 1740 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5620 mm | 3990 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1700 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3110 mm | 2810 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 91 L | 83 L |
