1950 Austin A 90 vs. 1985 Renault Espace
To start off, 1985 Renault Espace is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1950 Austin A 90. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1950 Austin A 90 would be higher. At 2,849 cc (6 cylinders), 1985 Renault Espace is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Renault Espace (152 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 64 more horse power than 1950 Austin A 90. (88 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1985 Renault Espace should accelerate faster than 1950 Austin A 90. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Renault Espace weights approximately 30 kg more than 1950 Austin A 90. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1950 Austin A 90 (191 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 28 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Renault Espace. (163 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1950 Austin A 90 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Renault Espace.
Compare all specifications:
| 1950 Austin A 90 | 1985 Renault Espace | |
| Make | Austin | Renault |
| Model | A 90 | Espace |
| Year Released | 1950 | 1985 |
| Engine Size | 2660 cc | 2849 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 88 HP | 152 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 191 Nm | 163 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1360 kg | 1390 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4370 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1730 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2590 mm |
