1998 Renault Grand Espace vs. 1967 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 1998 Renault Grand Espace is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Toyota Corolla. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Toyota Corolla would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 Renault Grand Espace is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Renault Grand Espace (138 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 87 more horse power than 1967 Toyota Corolla. (51 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Renault Grand Espace should accelerate faster than 1967 Toyota Corolla. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Renault Grand Espace weights approximately 950 kg more than 1967 Toyota Corolla. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1967 Toyota Corolla 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 1967 Toyota Corolla. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1998 Renault Grand 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, 1998 Renault Grand Espace (182 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 97 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Toyota Corolla. (85 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1998 Renault Grand Espace will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Toyota Corolla.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Renault Grand Espace | 1967 Toyota Corolla | |
| Make | Renault | Toyota |
| Model | Grand Espace | Corolla |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1967 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 1068 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 51 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 182 Nm | 85 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1660 kg | 710 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 3850 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1490 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 2290 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 61 L |
