2006 Renault Grand Espace vs. 1976 Audi Fox
To start off, 2006 Renault Grand Espace is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Audi Fox. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Audi Fox would be higher. At 1,870 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Renault Grand Espace is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Renault Grand Espace (118 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 43 more horse power than 1976 Audi Fox. (75 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Renault Grand Espace should accelerate faster than 1976 Audi Fox. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Renault Grand Espace weights approximately 918 kg more than 1976 Audi Fox. 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, 2006 Renault Grand Espace (270 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 158 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Audi Fox. (112 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2006 Renault Grand Espace will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Audi Fox.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Renault Grand Espace | 1976 Audi Fox | |
| Make | Renault | Audi |
| Model | Grand Espace | Fox |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1976 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1870 cc | 1588 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 75 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 270 Nm | 112 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 93 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.3:1 | 8.2:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1830 kg | 912 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 4390 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1750 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 2550 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 83 L | 60 L |
