2003 Renault Grand Espace vs. 1970 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 2003 Renault Grand Espace is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Toyota Corolla. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Toyota Corolla would be higher. At 2,187 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Renault Grand Espace is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Renault Grand Espace (148 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 89 more horse power than 1970 Toyota Corolla. (59 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Renault Grand Espace should accelerate faster than 1970 Toyota Corolla. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Renault Grand Espace weights approximately 1200 kg more than 1970 Toyota Corolla. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1970 Toyota Corolla 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 1970 Toyota Corolla. 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 (320 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 243 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Toyota Corolla. (77 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2003 Renault Grand Espace will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Toyota Corolla.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Renault Grand Espace | 1970 Toyota Corolla | |
| Make | Renault | Toyota |
| Model | Grand Espace | Corolla |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1970 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2187 cc | 1077 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 320 Nm | 77 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 72 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 61 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1900 kg | 700 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 3860 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1490 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2290 mm |
