1979 Ford LTD vs. 1985 Renault Espace
To start off, 1985 Renault Espace is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Ford LTD. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Ford LTD would be higher. At 4,942 cc (8 cylinders), 1979 Ford LTD is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Renault Espace (152 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 1979 Ford LTD. (129 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1985 Renault Espace should accelerate faster than 1979 Ford LTD. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Ford LTD weights approximately 170 kg more than 1985 Renault Espace.
Let's talk about torque, 1979 Ford LTD (302 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 139 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Renault Espace. (163 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1979 Ford LTD will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Renault Espace.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Ford LTD | 1985 Renault Espace | |
| Make | Ford | Renault |
| Model | LTD | Espace |
| Year Released | 1979 | 1985 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Minivan |
| Engine Size | 4942 cc | 2849 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 129 HP | 152 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 302 Nm | 163 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1560 kg | 1390 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5320 mm | 4370 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1730 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 2590 mm |
