1974 Renault 17 vs. 1985 Renault Espace
To start off, 1985 Renault Espace is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Renault 17. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Renault 17 would be higher. At 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 1985 Renault Espace is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1974 Renault 17 (108 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 1985 Renault Espace. (89 HP @ 4250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1974 Renault 17 should accelerate faster than 1985 Renault Espace. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Renault Espace weights approximately 195 kg more than 1974 Renault 17.
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, 1985 Renault Espace (182 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 46 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Renault 17. (136 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 1985 Renault Espace will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Renault 17.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Renault 17 | 1985 Renault Espace | |
| Make | Renault | Renault |
| Model | 17 | Espace |
| Year Released | 1974 | 1985 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1606 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Torque | 136 Nm | 182 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 78 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.3:1 | 21.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1055 kg | 1250 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 4370 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1730 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2590 mm |
