2007 Renault Grand Espace vs. 1964 Skoda Felicia
To start off, 2007 Renault Grand Espace is newer by 43 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1964 Skoda Felicia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1964 Skoda Felicia would be higher. At 3,498 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Renault Grand Espace is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Renault Grand Espace (238 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 189 more horse power than 1964 Skoda Felicia. (49 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Renault Grand Espace should accelerate faster than 1964 Skoda Felicia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Renault Grand Espace weights approximately 1006 kg more than 1964 Skoda Felicia. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1964 Skoda Felicia 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 1964 Skoda Felicia. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 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, 2007 Renault Grand Espace (330 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 256 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 Skoda Felicia. (74 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2007 Renault Grand Espace will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1964 Skoda Felicia.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Renault Grand Espace | 1964 Skoda Felicia | |
| Make | Renault | Skoda |
| Model | Grand Espace | Felicia |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1964 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3498 cc | 1089 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 238 HP | 49 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 330 Nm | 74 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 95.5 mm | 68 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81.4 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.3:1 | 12.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1896 kg | 890 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 4070 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1750 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 2400 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 83 L | 30 L |
