1993 Renault Espace vs. 1971 Volkswagen K 70
To start off, 1993 Renault Espace is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Volkswagen K 70. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Volkswagen K 70 would be higher. At 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 1993 Renault Espace is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Renault Espace (105 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 31 more horse power than 1971 Volkswagen K 70. (74 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1993 Renault Espace should accelerate faster than 1971 Volkswagen K 70. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Renault Espace weights approximately 400 kg more than 1971 Volkswagen K 70. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1993 Renault Espace (159 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 36 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Volkswagen K 70. (123 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1993 Renault Espace will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Volkswagen K 70.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Renault Espace | 1971 Volkswagen K 70 | |
| Make | Renault | Volkswagen |
| Model | Espace | K 70 |
| Year Released | 1993 | 1971 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 1604 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 105 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 159 Nm | 123 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 88 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 76 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.2:1 | 8.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 173 km/hour | 148 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 1050 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4430 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1700 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2700 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 8 L/100km | 6.5 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 77 L | 45 L |
