2008 Renault Espace vs. 1967 Triumph 2000
To start off, 2008 Renault Espace is newer by 41 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Triumph 2000. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Triumph 2000 would be higher. At 2,956 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Renault Espace is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Renault Espace (175 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 86 more horse power than 1967 Triumph 2000. (89 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Renault Espace should accelerate faster than 1967 Triumph 2000. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Renault Espace weights approximately 750 kg more than 1967 Triumph 2000. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2008 Renault Espace (350 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 192 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Triumph 2000. (158 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2008 Renault Espace will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Triumph 2000.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Renault Espace | 1967 Triumph 2000 | |
| Make | Renault | Triumph |
| Model | Espace | 2000 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1967 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2956 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 175 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 350 Nm | 158 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87.5 mm | 74.8 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 76 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.5:1 | 9.3:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1920 kg | 1170 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4420 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1700 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2700 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 83 L | 64 L |
