1995 Renault Espace vs. 1976 Subaru Rex
To start off, 1995 Renault Espace is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Subaru Rex. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Subaru Rex would be higher. At 3,499 cc (10 cylinders), 1995 Renault Espace is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Renault Espace (804 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 775 more horse power than 1976 Subaru Rex. (29 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Renault Espace should accelerate faster than 1976 Subaru Rex. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Renault Espace weights approximately 770 kg more than 1976 Subaru Rex. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1976 Subaru Rex 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 Subaru Rex. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1995 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, 1995 Renault Espace (705 Nm) has 667 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Subaru Rex. (38 Nm). This means 1995 Renault Espace will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Subaru Rex. 1995 Renault Espace has automatic transmission and 1976 Subaru Rex has manual transmission. 1976 Subaru Rex will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1995 Renault Espace will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Renault Espace | 1976 Subaru Rex | |
| Make | Renault | Subaru |
| Model | Espace | Rex |
| Year Released | 1995 | 1976 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Rear |
| Engine Size | 3499 cc | 488 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 804 HP | 29 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 705 Nm | 38 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1305 kg | 535 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 3000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2060 mm | 1300 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1290 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 1930 mm |
