2006 Renault Espace vs. 1957 Wartburg 312
To start off, 2006 Renault Espace is newer by 49 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 3,497 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Renault Espace is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Renault Espace (238 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 202 more horse power than 1957 Wartburg 312. (36 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Renault Espace should accelerate faster than 1957 Wartburg 312. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Renault Espace weights approximately 885 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, 2006 Renault Espace (330 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 248 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Wartburg 312. (82 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2006 Renault Espace will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Wartburg 312.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Renault Espace | 1957 Wartburg 312 | |
Make | Renault | Wartburg |
Model | Espace | 312 |
Year Released | 2006 | 1957 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3497 cc | 993 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 238 HP | 36 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 330 Nm | 82 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 95.5 mm | 70 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 81.4 mm | 78 mm |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1845 kg | 960 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 4310 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2110 mm | 1580 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1750 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2870 mm | 2460 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 83 L | 40 L |