1982 Ford Meteor vs. 1985 Renault Espace
To start off, 1985 Renault Espace is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 Ford Meteor. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Ford Meteor would be higher. At 2,849 cc (6 cylinders), 1985 Renault Espace is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Renault Espace (152 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 80 more horse power than 1982 Ford Meteor. (72 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1985 Renault Espace should accelerate faster than 1982 Ford Meteor. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Renault Espace weights approximately 505 kg more than 1982 Ford Meteor. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1985 Renault Espace (163 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 52 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Ford Meteor. (111 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1985 Renault Espace will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Ford Meteor.
Compare all specifications:
1982 Ford Meteor | 1985 Renault Espace | |
Make | Ford | Renault |
Model | Meteor | Espace |
Year Released | 1982 | 1985 |
Body Type | Sedan | Minivan |
Engine Size | 1490 cc | 2849 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 72 HP | 152 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 111 Nm | 163 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 885 kg | 1390 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4160 mm | 4370 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1730 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2590 mm |