2008 Renault Grand Espace vs. 1973 Volkswagen SP2
To start off, 2008 Renault Grand Espace is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Volkswagen SP2. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Volkswagen SP2 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 73 more horse power than 1973 Volkswagen SP2. (75 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Renault Grand Espace should accelerate faster than 1973 Volkswagen SP2. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Renault Grand Espace weights approximately 1060 kg more than 1973 Volkswagen SP2. 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 Grand Espace (340 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 220 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Volkswagen SP2. (120 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2008 Renault Grand Espace will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Volkswagen SP2.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Renault Grand Espace | 1973 Volkswagen SP2 | |
| Make | Renault | Volkswagen |
| Model | Grand Espace | SP2 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1973 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 1679 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 75 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 340 Nm | 120 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1950 kg | 890 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 4220 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1750 mm | 1160 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2870 mm | 2410 mm |
