2010 Renault Espace vs. 1981 Nissan Skyline
To start off, 2010 Renault Espace is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Nissan Skyline. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Nissan Skyline 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 146 more horse power than 1981 Nissan Skyline. (93 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2010 Renault Espace should accelerate faster than 1981 Nissan Skyline. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Renault Espace weights approximately 765 kg more than 1981 Nissan Skyline. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1981 Nissan Skyline 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 1981 Nissan Skyline. 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 181 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Nissan Skyline. (149 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2010 Renault Espace will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Nissan Skyline.
Compare all specifications:
| 2010 Renault Espace | 1981 Nissan Skyline | |
| Make | Renault | Nissan |
| Model | Espace | Skyline |
| Year Released | 2010 | 1981 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3498 cc | 1809 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 239 HP | 93 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 330 Nm | 149 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1815 kg | 1050 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 4630 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2110 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1750 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2870 mm | 2620 mm |
