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 2,660 cc (4 cylinders), 1950 Austin A 90 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Renault Espace (118 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 30 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. 1950 Austin A 90 weights approximately 70 kg more than 1985 Renault Espace.
Because 1985 Renault Espace is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1950 Austin A 90. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1985 Renault Espace will offer significantly more control. 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, 1950 Austin A 90 (191 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 23 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Renault Espace. (168 Nm @ 4500 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 Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2660 cc | 1993 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 88 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 191 Nm | 168 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87.3 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 111.1 mm | 82 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1360 kg | 1290 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 |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 34 L | 38 L |
