1984 Ford Meteor vs. 2002 Renault Espace
To start off, 2002 Renault Espace is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Ford Meteor. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Ford Meteor would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Renault Espace is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Renault Espace (138 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 66 more horse power than 1984 Ford Meteor. (72 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Renault Espace should accelerate faster than 1984 Ford Meteor. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Renault Espace weights approximately 876 kg more than 1984 Ford Meteor. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2002 Renault Espace (191 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 81 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Ford Meteor. (110 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2002 Renault Espace will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Ford Meteor.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Ford Meteor | 2002 Renault Espace | |
| Make | Ford | Renault |
| Model | Meteor | Espace |
| Year Released | 1984 | 2002 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1490 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 72 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 110 Nm | 191 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 885 kg | 1761 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4160 mm | 4670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1730 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2700 mm |
