2008 Renault Grand Espace vs. 1979 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 2008 Renault Grand Espace is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Toyota Corolla. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Toyota Corolla would be higher. At 1,870 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Renault Grand Espace is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Renault Grand Espace (118 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 61 more horse power than 1979 Toyota Corolla. (57 HP @ 6600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Renault Grand Espace should accelerate faster than 1979 Toyota Corolla. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Renault Grand Espace weights approximately 954 kg more than 1979 Toyota Corolla. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1979 Toyota Corolla 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 1979 Toyota Corolla. 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 (270 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 175 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Toyota Corolla. (95 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2008 Renault Grand Espace will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Toyota Corolla.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Renault Grand Espace | 1979 Toyota Corolla | |
Make | Renault | Toyota |
Model | Grand Espace | Corolla |
Year Released | 2008 | 1979 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1870 cc | 1166 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 118 HP | 57 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6600 RPM |
Torque | 270 Nm | 95 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 1830 kg | 876 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 4000 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1580 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1750 mm | 1380 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 2380 mm |