2002 Renault Espace vs. 1970 Toyota Sprinter
To start off, 2002 Renault Espace is newer by 32 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Toyota Sprinter. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Toyota Sprinter would be higher. At 2,958 cc (6 cylinders), 2002 Renault Espace is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Renault Espace (177 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 115 more horse power than 1970 Toyota Sprinter. (62 HP @ 6600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Renault Espace should accelerate faster than 1970 Toyota Sprinter. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Renault Espace weights approximately 1090 kg more than 1970 Toyota Sprinter. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2002 Renault Espace (350 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 254 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Toyota Sprinter. (96 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2002 Renault Espace will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Toyota Sprinter.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Renault Espace | 1970 Toyota Sprinter | |
| Make | Renault | Toyota |
| Model | Espace | Sprinter |
| Year Released | 2002 | 1970 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2958 cc | 1166 cc |
| Horse Power | 177 HP | 62 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 350 Nm | 96 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87.5 mm | 75.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 66 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1845 kg | 755 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 3950 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1510 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1730 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2340 mm |
