2004 Renault Grand Espace vs. 1960 Toyota Corona
To start off, 2004 Renault Grand Espace is newer by 44 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 Toyota Corona. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 Toyota Corona would be higher. At 1,870 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Renault Grand Espace is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Renault Grand Espace (118 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 89 more horse power than 1960 Toyota Corona. (29 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Renault Grand Espace should accelerate faster than 1960 Toyota Corona. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Renault Grand Espace weights approximately 900 kg more than 1960 Toyota Corona. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1960 Toyota Corona 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 Corona. 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, 2004 Renault Grand Espace (105 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 40 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Toyota Corona. (65 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2004 Renault Grand Espace will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Toyota Corona.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Renault Grand Espace | 1960 Toyota Corona | |
Make | Renault | Toyota |
Model | Grand Espace | Corona |
Year Released | 2004 | 1960 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1870 cc | 995 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 118 HP | 29 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Torque | 105 Nm | 65 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 65 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 93 mm | 75 mm |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1860 kg | 960 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 3920 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1480 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1750 mm | 1520 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2410 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 83 L | 75 L |