2005 Renault Grand Espace vs. 1957 Wartburg 312
To start off, 2005 Renault Grand Espace is newer by 48 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Wartburg 312. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Wartburg 312 would be higher. At 2,945 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Renault Grand Espace is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Renault Grand Espace (175 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 139 more horse power than 1957 Wartburg 312. (36 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Renault Grand Espace should accelerate faster than 1957 Wartburg 312. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Renault Grand Espace weights approximately 1000 kg more than 1957 Wartburg 312. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Renault Grand Espace (350 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 268 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Wartburg 312. (82 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2005 Renault Grand Espace will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Wartburg 312.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Renault Grand Espace | 1957 Wartburg 312 | |
| Make | Renault | Wartburg |
| Model | Grand Espace | 312 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1957 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2945 cc | 993 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 175 HP | 36 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 350 Nm | 82 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87.5 mm | 70 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 78 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1960 kg | 960 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 4310 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2460 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 83 L | 40 L |
