1984 Chevrolet Caprice vs. 2004 Renault Espace
To start off, 2004 Renault Espace is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Chevrolet Caprice. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Chevrolet Caprice would be higher. At 5,002 cc (8 cylinders), 1984 Chevrolet Caprice is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Renault Espace (161 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 1984 Chevrolet Caprice. (149 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Renault Espace should accelerate faster than 1984 Chevrolet Caprice. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Renault Espace weights approximately 95 kg more than 1984 Chevrolet Caprice. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1984 Chevrolet Caprice is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1984 Chevrolet Caprice. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Renault Espace, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1984 Chevrolet Caprice (333 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 83 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Renault Espace. (250 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1984 Chevrolet Caprice will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Renault Espace.
Compare all specifications:
1984 Chevrolet Caprice | 2004 Renault Espace | |
Make | Chevrolet | Renault |
Model | Caprice | Espace |
Year Released | 1984 | 2004 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5002 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 149 HP | 161 HP |
Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 333 Nm | 250 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 1720 kg | 1815 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5460 mm | 4670 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1900 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1700 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2750 mm |