1976 Plymouth Volare vs. 2007 Renault Espace
To start off, 2007 Renault Espace is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Plymouth Volare. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Plymouth Volare would be higher. At 3,687 cc (6 cylinders), 1976 Plymouth Volare is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Renault Espace (168 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 60 more horse power than 1976 Plymouth Volare. (108 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Renault Espace should accelerate faster than 1976 Plymouth Volare. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Renault Espace weights approximately 272 kg more than 1976 Plymouth Volare. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1976 Plymouth Volare 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 Plymouth Volare. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 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, 2007 Renault Espace (250 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 6 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Plymouth Volare. (244 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2007 Renault Espace will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Plymouth Volare.
Compare all specifications:
1976 Plymouth Volare | 2007 Renault Espace | |
Make | Plymouth | Renault |
Model | Volare | Espace |
Year Released | 1976 | 2007 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3687 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 108 HP | 168 HP |
Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 244 Nm | 250 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 82.6 mm | 82.7 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 117.5 mm | 93 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1488 kg | 1760 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5120 mm | 4670 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1900 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1700 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2870 mm | 2810 mm |