2002 Renault Grand Espace vs. 1971 Sunbeam Chamois
To start off, 2002 Renault Grand Espace is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Sunbeam Chamois. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Sunbeam Chamois would be higher. At 3,498 cc (6 cylinders), 2002 Renault Grand Espace is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Renault Grand Espace (242 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 206 more horse power than 1971 Sunbeam Chamois. (36 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Renault Grand Espace should accelerate faster than 1971 Sunbeam Chamois. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Renault Grand Espace weights approximately 935 kg more than 1971 Sunbeam Chamois. 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 Grand Espace (330 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 261 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Sunbeam Chamois. (69 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 2002 Renault Grand Espace will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Sunbeam Chamois.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Renault Grand Espace | 1971 Sunbeam Chamois | |
| Make | Renault | Sunbeam |
| Model | Grand Espace | Chamois |
| Year Released | 2002 | 1971 |
| Engine Size | 3498 cc | 875 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 242 HP | 36 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 330 Nm | 69 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1650 kg | 715 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 3540 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 2090 mm |
