1979 Avanti Avanti vs. 1990 Renault Espace
To start off, 1990 Renault Espace is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Avanti Avanti. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Avanti Avanti would be higher. At 6,570 cc (8 cylinders), 1979 Avanti Avanti is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1979 Avanti Avanti (177 HP @ 3400 RPM) has 64 more horse power than 1990 Renault Espace. (113 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1979 Avanti Avanti should accelerate faster than 1990 Renault Espace. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Avanti Avanti weights approximately 380 kg more than 1990 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, 1979 Avanti Avanti (443 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 280 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Renault Espace. (163 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1979 Avanti Avanti will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Renault Espace.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Avanti Avanti | 1990 Renault Espace | |
| Make | Avanti | Renault |
| Model | Avanti | Espace |
| Year Released | 1979 | 1990 |
| Engine Size | 6570 cc | 1996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 177 HP | 113 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3400 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 443 Nm | 163 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1580 kg | 1200 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 4370 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1730 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2590 mm |
