1962 AC Cobra vs. 1989 Renault Espace
To start off, 1989 Renault Espace is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1962 AC Cobra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 AC Cobra would be higher. At 4,265 cc (8 cylinders), 1962 AC Cobra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1962 AC Cobra (256 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 148 more horse power than 1989 Renault Espace. (108 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1962 AC Cobra should accelerate faster than 1989 Renault Espace. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Renault Espace weights approximately 216 kg more than 1962 AC Cobra.
Let's talk about torque, 1962 AC Cobra (365 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 202 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Renault Espace. (163 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1962 AC Cobra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Renault Espace.
Compare all specifications:
| 1962 AC Cobra | 1989 Renault Espace | |
| Make | AC | Renault |
| Model | Cobra | Espace |
| Year Released | 1962 | 1989 |
| Body Type | Roadster | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4265 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 256 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 365 Nm | 163 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 96.5 mm | 82.7 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 72.9 mm | 93 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 984 kg | 1200 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3850 mm | 4370 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1730 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2590 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 68 L |
