2003 Renault Grand Espace vs. 1977 Subaru Leone
To start off, 2003 Renault Grand Espace is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Subaru Leone. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Subaru Leone 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 72 more horse power than 1977 Subaru Leone. (66 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Renault Grand Espace should accelerate faster than 1977 Subaru Leone. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Renault Grand Espace weights approximately 660 kg more than 1977 Subaru Leone. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1977 Subaru Leone is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2003 Renault Grand Espace. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1977 Subaru Leone will offer significantly more control. 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 72 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Subaru Leone. (110 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2003 Renault Grand Espace will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Subaru Leone.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Renault Grand Espace | 1977 Subaru Leone | |
| Make | Renault | Subaru |
| Model | Grand Espace | Leone |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1977 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2068 cc | 1595 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 66 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 182 Nm | 110 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1660 kg | 1000 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 4040 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1510 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 2450 mm |
