1975 Ford Fairlane vs. 1989 Renault Espace
To start off, 1989 Renault Espace is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Ford Fairlane. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Ford Fairlane would be higher. At 4,096 cc (6 cylinders), 1975 Ford Fairlane is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1975 Ford Fairlane (148 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 40 more horse power than 1989 Renault Espace. (108 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1975 Ford Fairlane should accelerate faster than 1989 Renault Espace. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1975 Ford Fairlane weights approximately 250 kg more than 1989 Renault Espace. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1975 Ford Fairlane (326 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 163 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Renault Espace. (163 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1975 Ford Fairlane will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Renault Espace.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 Ford Fairlane | 1989 Renault Espace | |
| Make | Ford | Renault |
| Model | Fairlane | Espace |
| Year Released | 1975 | 1989 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4096 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 326 Nm | 163 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93.5 mm | 82.7 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 99.3 mm | 93 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 1200 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5060 mm | 4370 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1730 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2590 mm |
