1972 Mazda 1000 vs. 1989 Renault Espace
To start off, 1989 Renault Espace is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Mazda 1000. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Mazda 1000 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 59 more horse power than 1972 Mazda 1000. (49 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1989 Renault Espace should accelerate faster than 1972 Mazda 1000. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Renault Espace weights approximately 490 kg more than 1972 Mazda 1000. 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 86 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Mazda 1000. (77 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1989 Renault Espace will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Mazda 1000.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Mazda 1000 | 1989 Renault Espace | |
| Make | Mazda | Renault |
| Model | 1000 | Espace |
| Year Released | 1972 | 1989 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 987 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 49 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 77 Nm | 163 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 710 kg | 1200 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3800 mm | 4370 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1730 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2270 mm | 2590 mm |
