1973 Mazda 929 vs. 1989 Renault Espace
To start off, 1989 Renault Espace is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Mazda 929. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Mazda 929 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 25 more horse power than 1973 Mazda 929. (83 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1989 Renault Espace should accelerate faster than 1973 Mazda 929. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Renault Espace weights approximately 40 kg more than 1973 Mazda 929. 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 26 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Mazda 929. (137 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1989 Renault Espace will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Mazda 929.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Mazda 929 | 1989 Renault Espace | |
| Make | Mazda | Renault |
| Model | 929 | Espace |
| Year Released | 1973 | 1989 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1768 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 83 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 137 Nm | 163 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 82.7 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 93 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1160 kg | 1200 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4550 mm | 4370 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1730 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2590 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 68 L |
