1968 Monteverdi 2000 vs. 1989 Renault Espace
To start off, 1989 Renault Espace is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Monteverdi 2000. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Monteverdi 2000 would be higher. At 1,996 cc (4 cylinders), 1968 Monteverdi 2000 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 Monteverdi 2000 (129 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 21 more horse power than 1989 Renault Espace. (108 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1968 Monteverdi 2000 should accelerate faster than 1989 Renault Espace. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Monteverdi 2000 weights approximately 90 kg more than 1989 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, 1989 Renault Espace (163 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 6 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Monteverdi 2000. (157 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1989 Renault Espace will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Monteverdi 2000.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Monteverdi 2000 | 1989 Renault Espace | |
| Make | Monteverdi | Renault |
| Model | 2000 | Espace |
| Year Released | 1968 | 1989 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1996 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 129 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 157 Nm | 163 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 82.7 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 93 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1290 kg | 1200 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4570 mm | 4370 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1730 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2590 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 82 L | 68 L |
