1971 Peugeot 204 vs. 1990 Renault Espace
To start off, 1990 Renault Espace is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Peugeot 204. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Peugeot 204 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 66 more horse power than 1971 Peugeot 204. (47 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1990 Renault Espace should accelerate faster than 1971 Peugeot 204. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Renault Espace weights approximately 335 kg more than 1971 Peugeot 204. 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 79 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Peugeot 204. (84 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1990 Renault Espace will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Peugeot 204.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Peugeot 204 | 1990 Renault Espace | |
| Make | Peugeot | Renault |
| Model | 204 | Espace |
| Year Released | 1971 | 1990 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1130 cc | 1996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 47 HP | 113 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 84 Nm | 163 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 82.7 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 64 mm | 93 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 865 kg | 1200 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4000 mm | 4370 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1730 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2590 mm |
