1967 Humber Sceptre vs. 1989 Renault Espace
To start off, 1989 Renault Espace is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Humber Sceptre. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Humber Sceptre would be higher. At 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 1989 Renault Espace is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Renault Espace (108 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 26 more horse power than 1967 Humber Sceptre. (82 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1989 Renault Espace should accelerate faster than 1967 Humber Sceptre. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Renault Espace weights approximately 208 kg more than 1967 Humber Sceptre. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1989 Renault Espace (163 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 40 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Humber Sceptre. (123 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1989 Renault Espace will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Humber Sceptre.
Compare all specifications:
| 1967 Humber Sceptre | 1989 Renault Espace | |
| Make | Humber | Renault |
| Model | Sceptre | Espace |
| Year Released | 1967 | 1989 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1725 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 82 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 123 Nm | 163 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81.5 mm | 82.7 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82.6 mm | 93 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 992 kg | 1200 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 4370 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1730 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2590 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 68 L |
