1977 Buick Regal vs. 1990 Renault Espace
To start off, 1990 Renault Espace is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Buick Regal. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Buick Regal would be higher. At 3,791 cc (6 cylinders), 1977 Buick Regal is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Renault Espace (113 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 1977 Buick Regal. (108 HP @ 3400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1990 Renault Espace should accelerate faster than 1977 Buick Regal. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1977 Buick Regal weights approximately 230 kg more than 1990 Renault Espace.
Let's talk about torque, 1977 Buick Regal (251 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 88 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Renault Espace. (163 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1977 Buick Regal will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Renault Espace.
Compare all specifications:
| 1977 Buick Regal | 1990 Renault Espace | |
| Make | Buick | Renault |
| Model | Regal | Espace |
| Year Released | 1977 | 1990 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3791 cc | 1996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 113 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3400 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 251 Nm | 163 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1430 kg | 1200 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5090 mm | 4370 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1730 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2590 mm |
