2004 Renault Grand Espace vs. 1975 Simca 1309
To start off, 2004 Renault Grand Espace is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Simca 1309. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Simca 1309 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 35 more horse power than 1975 Simca 1309. (83 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Renault Grand Espace should accelerate faster than 1975 Simca 1309. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Renault Grand Espace weights approximately 804 kg more than 1975 Simca 1309. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1975 Simca 1309 (122 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 17 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Renault Grand Espace. (105 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1975 Simca 1309 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 | 1975 Simca 1309 | |
| Make | Renault | Simca |
| Model | Grand Espace | 1309 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1975 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1870 cc | 1442 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 83 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 105 Nm | 122 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 76.7 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 93 mm | 78 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.3:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1860 kg | 1056 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 4260 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1750 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2610 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 83 L | 58 L |
