1973 Austin 1800 vs. 1984 Renault Espace
To start off, 1984 Renault Espace is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Austin 1800. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Austin 1800 would be higher. At 1,994 cc (4 cylinders), 1984 Renault Espace is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 Renault Espace (102 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 16 more horse power than 1973 Austin 1800. (86 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1984 Renault Espace should accelerate faster than 1973 Austin 1800. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Austin 1800 weights approximately 20 kg more than 1984 Renault Espace.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1984 Renault Espace (158 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 17 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Austin 1800. (141 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1984 Renault Espace will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Austin 1800.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Austin 1800 | 1984 Renault Espace | |
| Make | Austin | Renault |
| Model | 1800 | Espace |
| Year Released | 1973 | 1984 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1799 cc | 1994 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 86 HP | 102 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 141 Nm | 158 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80.3 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.9 mm | 82 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1190 kg | 1170 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4250 mm | 4260 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1670 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2670 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 49 L | 68 L |
