2005 Renault Grand Espace vs. 1973 Toyota Century
To start off, 2005 Renault Grand Espace is newer by 32 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Toyota Century. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Toyota Century would be higher. At 3,498 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Renault Grand Espace is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Renault Grand Espace (238 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 111 more horse power than 1973 Toyota Century. (127 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Renault Grand Espace should accelerate faster than 1973 Toyota Century. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Renault Grand Espace weights approximately 136 kg more than 1973 Toyota Century. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1973 Toyota Century 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 1973 Toyota Century. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 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, 2005 Renault Grand Espace (330 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 94 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Toyota Century. (236 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2005 Renault Grand Espace will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Toyota Century.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Renault Grand Espace | 1973 Toyota Century | |
| Make | Renault | Toyota |
| Model | Grand Espace | Century |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1973 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3498 cc | 2981 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 238 HP | 127 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 330 Nm | 236 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1836 kg | 1700 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 4990 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1750 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2870 mm |
