1975 Mazda Familia vs. 1988 Renault Espace
To start off, 1988 Renault Espace is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Mazda Familia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Mazda Familia would be higher. At 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 1988 Renault Espace is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Renault Espace (102 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 28 more horse power than 1975 Mazda Familia. (74 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1988 Renault Espace should accelerate faster than 1975 Mazda Familia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Renault Espace weights approximately 370 kg more than 1975 Mazda Familia. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1988 Renault Espace (158 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 48 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Mazda Familia. (110 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1988 Renault Espace will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Mazda Familia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 Mazda Familia | 1988 Renault Espace | |
| Make | Mazda | Renault |
| Model | Familia | Espace |
| Year Released | 1975 | 1988 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1271 cc | 1995 cc |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 102 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 110 Nm | 158 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 800 kg | 1170 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3860 mm | 4370 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1660 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2270 mm | 2670 mm |
