2004 Renault Grand Espace vs. 1959 Tatra T603
To start off, 2004 Renault Grand Espace is newer by 45 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Tatra T603. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Tatra T603 would be higher. At 2,545 cc (8 cylinders), 1959 Tatra T603 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Renault Grand Espace (118 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 24 more horse power than 1959 Tatra T603. (94 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Renault Grand Espace should accelerate faster than 1959 Tatra T603. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Renault Grand Espace weights approximately 390 kg more than 1959 Tatra T603. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1959 Tatra T603 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 1959 Tatra T603. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 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, 1959 Tatra T603 (158 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 53 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Renault Grand Espace. (105 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1959 Tatra T603 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Renault Grand Espace.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Renault Grand Espace | 1959 Tatra T603 | |
| Make | Renault | Tatra |
| Model | Grand Espace | T603 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1959 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1870 cc | 2545 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 94 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 105 Nm | 158 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1860 kg | 1470 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 5070 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1920 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1750 mm | 1540 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2760 mm |
