1974 Nissan Violet vs. 2002 Renault Espace
To start off, 2002 Renault Espace is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Nissan Violet. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Nissan Violet would be higher. At 2,187 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Renault Espace is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Renault Espace (148 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 84 more horse power than 1974 Nissan Violet. (64 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Renault Espace should accelerate faster than 1974 Nissan Violet. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Renault Espace weights approximately 910 kg more than 1974 Nissan Violet. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1974 Nissan Violet 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 Violet. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 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, 2002 Renault Espace (320 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 204 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Nissan Violet. (116 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2002 Renault Espace will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Nissan Violet.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Nissan Violet | 2002 Renault Espace | |
| Make | Nissan | Renault |
| Model | Violet | Espace |
| Year Released | 1974 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1428 cc | 2187 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 64 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 116 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 940 kg | 1850 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4130 mm | 4670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1730 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2690 mm |
