1962 Mercedes-Benz SE vs. 1990 Renault Espace
To start off, 1990 Renault Espace is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1962 Mercedes-Benz SE. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 Mercedes-Benz SE would be higher. At 2,195 cc (6 cylinders), 1962 Mercedes-Benz SE is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1962 Mercedes-Benz SE (118 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 1990 Renault Espace. (113 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1962 Mercedes-Benz SE should accelerate faster than 1990 Renault Espace. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1962 Mercedes-Benz SE weights approximately 175 kg more than 1990 Renault Espace. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1962 Mercedes-Benz SE (189 Nm @ 3900 RPM) has 26 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Renault Espace. (163 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1962 Mercedes-Benz SE will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Renault Espace.
Compare all specifications:
| 1962 Mercedes-Benz SE | 1990 Renault Espace | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Renault |
| Model | SE | Espace |
| Year Released | 1962 | 1990 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2195 cc | 1996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 113 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 189 Nm | 163 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3900 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80.1 mm | 82.7 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 72.8 mm | 93 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1375 kg | 1200 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 4370 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1730 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2590 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 52 L | 68 L |
