1982 Austin Marina vs. 1990 Renault Espace
To start off, 1990 Renault Espace is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 Austin Marina. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Austin Marina would be higher. At 1,996 cc (4 cylinders), 1990 Renault Espace is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Renault Espace (113 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 54 more horse power than 1982 Austin Marina. (59 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1990 Renault Espace should accelerate faster than 1982 Austin Marina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Renault Espace weights approximately 318 kg more than 1982 Austin Marina. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1990 Renault Espace (163 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 61 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Austin Marina. (102 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1990 Renault Espace will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Austin Marina.
Compare all specifications:
| 1982 Austin Marina | 1990 Renault Espace | |
| Make | Austin | Renault |
| Model | Marina | Espace |
| Year Released | 1982 | 1990 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1275 cc | 1996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 113 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 102 Nm | 163 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 70.6 mm | 82.7 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81.3 mm | 93 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 882 kg | 1200 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4230 mm | 4370 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1730 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2590 mm |
