1977 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight 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 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight would be higher. At 5,736 cc (8 cylinders), 1977 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Renault Espace (161 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 37 more horse power than 1977 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight. (124 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Renault Espace should accelerate faster than 1977 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight.
Because 1977 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight 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 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight. 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 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight (305 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 55 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Renault Espace. (250 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1977 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Renault Espace.
Compare all specifications:
1977 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight | 2007 Renault Espace | |
Make | Oldsmobile | Renault |
Model | Ninety-Eight | Espace |
Year Released | 1977 | 2007 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5736 cc | 1997 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 124 HP | 161 HP |
Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 305 Nm | 250 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 103.1 mm | 82.7 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 85.9 mm | 93 mm |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
Vehicle Length | 5610 mm | 4870 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 2110 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1750 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2870 mm |