1984 Mazda 323 vs. 2000 Renault Espace
To start off, 2000 Renault Espace is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Mazda 323. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Mazda 323 would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Renault Espace is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Renault Espace (138 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 85 more horse power than 1984 Mazda 323. (53 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Renault Espace should accelerate faster than 1984 Mazda 323. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Renault Espace weights approximately 638 kg more than 1984 Mazda 323. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2000 Renault Espace (188 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 109 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Mazda 323. (79 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2000 Renault Espace will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Mazda 323.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Mazda 323 | 2000 Renault Espace | |
| Make | Mazda | Renault |
| Model | 323 | Espace |
| Year Released | 1984 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1071 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 53 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 79 Nm | 188 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 852 kg | 1490 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3960 mm | 4530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1700 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2680 mm |
