2008 Renault Grand Espace vs. 1976 Seat 124
To start off, 2008 Renault Grand Espace is newer by 32 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Seat 124. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Seat 124 would be higher. At 2,958 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Renault Grand Espace is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Renault Grand Espace (175 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 111 more horse power than 1976 Seat 124. (64 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Renault Grand Espace should accelerate faster than 1976 Seat 124. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Renault Grand Espace weights approximately 1030 kg more than 1976 Seat 124. 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 (350 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 260 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Seat 124. (90 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 2008 Renault Grand Espace will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Seat 124.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Renault Grand Espace | 1976 Seat 124 | |
| Make | Renault | Seat |
| Model | Grand Espace | 124 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1976 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2958 cc | 1197 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 175 HP | 64 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 350 Nm | 90 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 3700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1960 kg | 930 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 4070 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1750 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 2430 mm |
