2010 Renault Espace vs. 1958 Rover P5
To start off, 2010 Renault Espace is newer by 52 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Rover P5. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Rover P5 would be higher. At 3,498 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Renault Espace is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Renault Espace (239 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 133 more horse power than 1958 Rover P5. (106 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2010 Renault Espace should accelerate faster than 1958 Rover P5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Renault Espace weights approximately 235 kg more than 1958 Rover P5. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1958 Rover P5 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 1958 Rover P5. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Renault 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, 2010 Renault Espace (330 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 108 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Rover P5. (222 Nm @ 1500 RPM). This means 2010 Renault Espace will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Rover P5.
Compare all specifications:
| 2010 Renault Espace | 1958 Rover P5 | |
| Make | Renault | Rover |
| Model | Espace | P5 |
| Year Released | 2010 | 1958 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3498 cc | 2995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 239 HP | 106 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 330 Nm | 222 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.3:1 | 8.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 225 km/hour | 150 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1815 kg | 1580 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 4750 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2110 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1750 mm | 1540 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2870 mm | 2820 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 83 L | 63 L |
