2004 Renault Grand Espace vs. 1979 Toyota Sprinter
To start off, 2004 Renault Grand Espace is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Toyota Sprinter. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Toyota Sprinter 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) has 58 more horse power than 1979 Toyota Sprinter. (60 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Renault Grand Espace should accelerate faster than 1979 Toyota Sprinter. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Renault Grand Espace weights approximately 1014 kg more than 1979 Toyota Sprinter. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2004 Renault Grand Espace (105 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 8 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Toyota Sprinter. (97 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2004 Renault Grand Espace will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Toyota Sprinter.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Renault Grand Espace | 1979 Toyota Sprinter | |
| Make | Renault | Toyota |
| Model | Grand Espace | Sprinter |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1979 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1870 cc | 1166 cc |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 60 HP |
| Torque | 105 Nm | 97 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1860 kg | 846 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 4000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1750 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2380 mm |
