2000 Renault Grand Espace vs. 1972 Volkswagen SP2
To start off, 2000 Renault Grand Espace is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Volkswagen SP2. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Volkswagen SP2 would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Renault Grand Espace is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Renault Grand Espace (138 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 63 more horse power than 1972 Volkswagen SP2. (75 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Renault Grand Espace should accelerate faster than 1972 Volkswagen SP2. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Renault Grand Espace weights approximately 770 kg more than 1972 Volkswagen SP2. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2000 Renault Grand Espace (182 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 62 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Volkswagen SP2. (120 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2000 Renault Grand Espace will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Volkswagen SP2.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Renault Grand Espace | 1972 Volkswagen SP2 | |
| Make | Renault | Volkswagen |
| Model | Grand Espace | SP2 |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 1679 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 75 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 182 Nm | 120 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1660 kg | 890 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 4220 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1160 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 2410 mm |
