1978 Kia Brisa vs. 1986 Renault Espace
To start off, 1986 Renault Espace is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Kia Brisa. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Kia Brisa would be higher. At 1,993 cc (4 cylinders), 1986 Renault Espace is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Renault Espace (102 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 49 more horse power than 1978 Kia Brisa. (53 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1986 Renault Espace should accelerate faster than 1978 Kia Brisa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Renault Espace weights approximately 380 kg more than 1978 Kia Brisa. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1978 Kia Brisa is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1978 Kia Brisa. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1986 Renault Espace, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1986 Renault Espace (160 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 92 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Kia Brisa. (68 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1986 Renault Espace will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Kia Brisa.
Compare all specifications:
1978 Kia Brisa | 1986 Renault Espace | |
Make | Kia | Renault |
Model | Brisa | Espace |
Year Released | 1978 | 1986 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 985 cc | 1993 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 53 HP | 102 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 68 Nm | 160 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 790 kg | 1170 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3860 mm | 4260 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1670 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2270 mm | 2670 mm |