1999 Renault Grand Espace vs. 1966 Toyota Corona
To start off, 1999 Renault Grand Espace is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Toyota Corona. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Toyota Corona would be higher. At 2,067 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Renault Grand Espace is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Renault Grand Espace (138 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 68 more horse power than 1966 Toyota Corona. (70 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Renault Grand Espace should accelerate faster than 1966 Toyota Corona. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Renault Grand Espace weights approximately 715 kg more than 1966 Toyota Corona. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1966 Toyota Corona 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 1966 Toyota Corona. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 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, 1999 Renault Grand Espace (181 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 66 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Toyota Corona. (115 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 1999 Renault Grand Espace will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Toyota Corona.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Renault Grand Espace | 1966 Toyota Corona | |
| Make | Renault | Toyota |
| Model | Grand Espace | Corona |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1966 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2067 cc | 1490 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 70 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 181 Nm | 115 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82.7 mm | 78 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 93 mm | 78 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 22.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1660 kg | 945 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 4120 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1560 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 2430 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 70 L |
