2002 Renault Espace vs. 1959 Renault Floride
To start off, 2002 Renault Espace is newer by 43 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Renault Floride. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Renault Floride would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Renault Espace is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Renault Espace (175 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 140 more horse power than 1959 Renault Floride. (35 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Renault Espace should accelerate faster than 1959 Renault Floride. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Renault Espace weights approximately 925 kg more than 1959 Renault Floride. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1959 Renault Floride 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 1959 Renault Floride. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 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, 2002 Renault Espace (250 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 191 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Renault Floride. (59 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 2002 Renault Espace will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Renault Floride.
Compare all specifications:
2002 Renault Espace | 1959 Renault Floride | |
Make | Renault | Renault |
Model | Espace | Floride |
Year Released | 2002 | 1959 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1998 cc | 845 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 175 HP | 35 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 250 Nm | 59 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3300 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 82.8 mm | 58 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 93 mm | 80 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 9.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1685 kg | 760 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4280 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1580 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1730 mm | 1310 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2270 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 83 L | 29 L |