1980 Dodge Aspen vs. 1985 Renault Espace
To start off, 1985 Renault Espace is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Dodge Aspen. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Dodge Aspen would be higher. At 3,687 cc (6 cylinders), 1980 Dodge Aspen is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Renault Espace (118 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 1980 Dodge Aspen. (101 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1985 Renault Espace should accelerate faster than 1980 Dodge Aspen. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Dodge Aspen weights approximately 175 kg more than 1985 Renault Espace.
Because 1985 Renault Espace is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1980 Dodge Aspen. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1985 Renault Espace will offer significantly more control. 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, 1980 Dodge Aspen (231 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 63 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Renault Espace. (168 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1980 Dodge Aspen will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Renault Espace.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Dodge Aspen | 1985 Renault Espace | |
| Make | Dodge | Renault |
| Model | Aspen | Espace |
| Year Released | 1980 | 1985 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3687 cc | 1993 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 101 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 231 Nm | 168 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82.5 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 117.5 mm | 82 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Vehicle Weight | 1465 kg | 1290 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5020 mm | 4370 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1730 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2590 mm |
