2003 Renault Grand Espace vs. 1960 Toyota Crown
To start off, 2003 Renault Grand Espace is newer by 43 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 Toyota Crown. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 Toyota Crown would be higher. At 2,068 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Renault Grand Espace is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Renault Grand Espace (138 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 83 more horse power than 1960 Toyota Crown. (55 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Renault Grand Espace should accelerate faster than 1960 Toyota Crown. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Renault Grand Espace weights approximately 410 kg more than 1960 Toyota Crown. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1960 Toyota Crown 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 1960 Toyota Crown. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 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, 2003 Renault Grand Espace (182 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 68 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Toyota Crown. (114 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2003 Renault Grand Espace will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Toyota Crown.
Compare all specifications:
2003 Renault Grand Espace | 1960 Toyota Crown | |
Make | Renault | Toyota |
Model | Grand Espace | Crown |
Year Released | 2003 | 1960 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2068 cc | 1453 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 138 HP | 55 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Torque | 182 Nm | 114 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1660 kg | 1250 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 4370 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1550 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 2540 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 75 L |