1999 Renault Espace vs. 1970 Skoda 110 L
To start off, 1999 Renault Espace is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Skoda 110 L. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Skoda 110 L would be higher. At 1,870 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Renault Espace is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Renault Espace (100 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 57 more horse power than 1970 Skoda 110 L. (43 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Renault Espace should accelerate faster than 1970 Skoda 110 L. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Renault Espace weights approximately 719 kg more than 1970 Skoda 110 L. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1970 Skoda 110 L 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 1970 Skoda 110 L. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 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, 1999 Renault Espace (208 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 138 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Skoda 110 L. (70 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1999 Renault Espace will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Skoda 110 L.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Renault Espace | 1970 Skoda 110 L | |
| Make | Renault | Skoda |
| Model | Espace | 110 L |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1970 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1870 cc | 995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 43 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 208 Nm | 70 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1524 kg | 805 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 4170 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1700 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2400 mm |
