1974 Nissan Skyline vs. 2007 Renault Grand Espace
To start off, 2007 Renault Grand Espace is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Nissan Skyline. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Nissan Skyline would be higher. At 2,958 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Renault Grand Espace is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Renault Grand Espace (175 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 90 more horse power than 1974 Nissan Skyline. (85 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Renault Grand Espace should accelerate faster than 1974 Nissan Skyline. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Renault Grand Espace weights approximately 976 kg more than 1974 Nissan Skyline. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1974 Nissan Skyline 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 1974 Nissan Skyline. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Renault Grand 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, 2007 Renault Grand Espace (351 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 213 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Nissan Skyline. (138 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2007 Renault Grand Espace will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Nissan Skyline.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Nissan Skyline | 2007 Renault Grand Espace | |
| Make | Nissan | Renault |
| Model | Skyline | Grand Espace |
| Year Released | 1974 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1593 cc | 2958 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 175 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 138 Nm | 351 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 984 kg | 1960 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4260 mm | 4870 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1750 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2880 mm |
