2007 Renault Espace vs. 1969 Toyota Publica
To start off, 2007 Renault Espace is newer by 38 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Toyota Publica. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Toyota Publica would be higher. At 3,498 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Renault Espace is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Renault Espace (238 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 200 more horse power than 1969 Toyota Publica. (38 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Renault Espace should accelerate faster than 1969 Toyota Publica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Renault Espace weights approximately 1137 kg more than 1969 Toyota Publica. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1969 Toyota Publica 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 1969 Toyota Publica. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Renault 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, 2007 Renault Espace (330 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 268 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Toyota Publica. (62 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2007 Renault Espace will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Toyota Publica.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Renault Espace | 1969 Toyota Publica | |
| Make | Renault | Toyota |
| Model | Espace | Publica |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1969 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3498 cc | 790 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 238 HP | 38 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 330 Nm | 62 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.3:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1815 kg | 678 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 3680 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2110 mm | 1470 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1750 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2870 mm | 2170 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 83 L | 70 L |
