2007 Renault Grand Espace vs. 1974 Volkswagen SP
To start off, 2007 Renault Grand Espace is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Volkswagen SP. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Volkswagen SP would be higher. At 2,958 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Renault Grand Espace is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Renault Grand Espace (175 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 111 more horse power than 1974 Volkswagen SP. (64 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Renault Grand Espace should accelerate faster than 1974 Volkswagen SP. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Renault Grand Espace weights approximately 1070 kg more than 1974 Volkswagen SP. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 Renault Grand Espace (351 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 231 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Volkswagen SP. (120 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2007 Renault Grand Espace will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Volkswagen SP.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Renault Grand Espace | 1974 Volkswagen SP | |
| Make | Renault | Volkswagen |
| Model | Grand Espace | SP |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1974 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2958 cc | 1584 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 175 HP | 64 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 351 Nm | 120 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1960 kg | 890 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 4220 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1750 mm | 1160 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 2410 mm |
