1990 Renault Espace vs. 1962 Tatra T603
To start off, 1990 Renault Espace is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1962 Tatra T603. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 Tatra T603 would be higher. At 2,545 cc (8 cylinders), 1962 Tatra T603 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Renault Espace (113 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 1962 Tatra T603. (94 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Renault Espace should accelerate faster than 1962 Tatra T603. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1962 Tatra T603 weights approximately 270 kg more than 1990 Renault Espace.
Let's talk about torque, 1990 Renault Espace (163 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 5 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Tatra T603. (158 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1990 Renault Espace will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 Tatra T603.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Renault Espace | 1962 Tatra T603 | |
| Make | Renault | Tatra |
| Model | Espace | T603 |
| Year Released | 1990 | 1962 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1996 cc | 2545 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 113 HP | 94 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 163 Nm | 158 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1200 kg | 1470 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4370 mm | 5070 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1920 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1730 mm | 1540 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2590 mm | 2760 mm |
