1965 NSU Wankel Spider vs. 1990 Renault Espace
To start off, 1990 Renault Espace is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 NSU Wankel Spider. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 NSU Wankel Spider would be higher. At 1,996 cc (4 cylinders), 1990 Renault Espace is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Renault Espace (113 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 64 more horse power than 1965 NSU Wankel Spider. (49 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1990 Renault Espace should accelerate faster than 1965 NSU Wankel Spider. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Renault Espace weights approximately 465 kg more than 1965 NSU Wankel Spider. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1990 Renault Espace (163 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 89 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 NSU Wankel Spider. (74 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1990 Renault Espace will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 NSU Wankel Spider.
Compare all specifications:
| 1965 NSU Wankel Spider | 1990 Renault Espace | |
| Make | NSU | Renault |
| Model | Wankel Spider | Espace |
| Year Released | 1965 | 1990 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 495 cc | 1996 cc |
| Horse Power | 49 HP | 113 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 74 Nm | 163 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 735 kg | 1200 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3590 mm | 4370 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1270 mm | 1730 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2020 mm | 2590 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 34 L | 68 L |
