1977 Chevrolet Caprice vs. 2007 Renault Espace
To start off, 2007 Renault Espace is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Chevrolet Caprice. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Chevrolet Caprice would be higher. At 5,002 cc (8 cylinders), 1977 Chevrolet Caprice is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, both vehicles can yield 148 horse power. So under normal driving conditions, the acceleration of both vehicles should be relatively similar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Renault Espace weights approximately 130 kg more than 1977 Chevrolet Caprice.
Because 1977 Chevrolet Caprice 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 1977 Chevrolet Caprice. 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, 1977 Chevrolet Caprice (333 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 13 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Renault Espace. (320 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 1977 Chevrolet Caprice will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Renault Espace.
Compare all specifications:
| 1977 Chevrolet Caprice | 2007 Renault Espace | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Renault |
| Model | Caprice | Espace |
| Year Released | 1977 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5002 cc | 2186 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 333 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 7 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1720 kg | 1850 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5460 mm | 4870 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 2110 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1750 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2870 mm |
