2008 Renault Grand Espace vs. 1968 Subaru 360
To start off, 2008 Renault Grand Espace is newer by 40 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Subaru 360. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Subaru 360 would be higher. At 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Renault Grand Espace is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Renault Grand Espace (148 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 128 more horse power than 1968 Subaru 360. (20 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Renault Grand Espace should accelerate faster than 1968 Subaru 360. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Renault Grand Espace weights approximately 1535 kg more than 1968 Subaru 360. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1968 Subaru 360 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 1968 Subaru 360. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 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, 2008 Renault Grand Espace (340 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 305 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Subaru 360. (35 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2008 Renault Grand Espace will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Subaru 360.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Renault Grand Espace | 1968 Subaru 360 | |
| Make | Renault | Subaru |
| Model | Grand Espace | 360 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1968 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 355 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 20 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 340 Nm | 35 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1950 kg | 415 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 3000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1300 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1750 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2870 mm | 1810 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 83 L | 64 L |
