1976 Ford Fairlane vs. 1997 Renault Espace
To start off, 1997 Renault Espace is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Ford Fairlane. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Ford Fairlane would be higher. At 3,984 cc (6 cylinders), 1976 Ford Fairlane is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1976 Ford Fairlane (155 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 44 more horse power than 1997 Renault Espace. (111 HP @ 4300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1976 Ford Fairlane should accelerate faster than 1997 Renault Espace. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Renault Espace weights approximately 178 kg more than 1976 Ford Fairlane.
Because 1976 Ford Fairlane 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 1976 Ford Fairlane. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1997 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, 1976 Ford Fairlane (328 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 94 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Renault Espace. (234 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1976 Ford Fairlane will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Renault Espace.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Ford Fairlane | 1997 Renault Espace | |
| Make | Ford | Renault |
| Model | Fairlane | Espace |
| Year Released | 1976 | 1997 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3984 cc | 2187 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 155 HP | 111 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Torque | 328 Nm | 234 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 1452 kg | 1630 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5060 mm | 4530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1700 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2710 mm |
