1976 Mazda Familia vs. 1985 Renault Espace
To start off, 1985 Renault Espace is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Mazda Familia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Mazda Familia would be higher. At 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 1985 Renault Espace is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Renault Espace (89 HP @ 4250 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 1976 Mazda Familia. (74 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1985 Renault Espace should accelerate faster than 1976 Mazda Familia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Renault Espace weights approximately 450 kg more than 1976 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, 1985 Renault Espace (182 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 71 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Mazda Familia. (111 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1985 Renault Espace will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Mazda Familia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Mazda Familia | 1985 Renault Espace | |
| Make | Mazda | Renault |
| Model | Familia | Espace |
| Year Released | 1976 | 1985 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1272 cc | 1997 cc |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Torque | 111 Nm | 182 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 800 kg | 1250 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3860 mm | 4370 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1730 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2270 mm | 2590 mm |
