1983 Pontiac Phoenix vs. 1991 Renault Espace
To start off, 1991 Renault Espace is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Pontiac Phoenix. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Pontiac Phoenix would be higher. At 2,849 cc (6 cylinders), 1991 Renault Espace is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Renault Espace (152 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 62 more horse power than 1983 Pontiac Phoenix. (90 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1991 Renault Espace should accelerate faster than 1983 Pontiac Phoenix. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Renault Espace weights approximately 290 kg more than 1983 Pontiac Phoenix. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1983 Pontiac Phoenix (181 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 18 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Renault Espace. (163 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1983 Pontiac Phoenix will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Renault Espace.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Pontiac Phoenix | 1991 Renault Espace | |
| Make | Pontiac | Renault |
| Model | Phoenix | Espace |
| Year Released | 1983 | 1991 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2474 cc | 2849 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 90 HP | 152 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 181 Nm | 163 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1100 kg | 1390 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4660 mm | 4440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1700 mm |
