2007 Renault Espace vs. 1983 Toyota Crown
To start off, 2007 Renault Espace is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Toyota Crown. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Toyota Crown would be higher. At 2,954 cc (6 cylinders), 1983 Toyota Crown is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1983 Toyota Crown (176 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 2007 Renault Espace. (161 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1983 Toyota Crown should accelerate faster than 2007 Renault Espace.
Because 1983 Toyota Crown 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 1983 Toyota Crown. 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, 1983 Toyota Crown (260 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Renault Espace. (250 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1983 Toyota Crown will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Renault Espace.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Renault Espace | 1983 Toyota Crown | |
| Make | Renault | Toyota |
| Model | Espace | Crown |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1983 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1997 cc | 2954 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 161 HP | 176 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 250 Nm | 260 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82.7 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 93 mm | 91 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 4680 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2110 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1750 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2870 mm | 2730 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 83 L | 75 L |
