1984 Porsche 930 vs. 1988 Renault Espace
To start off, 1988 Renault Espace is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Porsche 930. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Porsche 930 would be higher. At 3,299 cc (6 cylinders), 1984 Porsche 930 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 Porsche 930 (296 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 194 more horse power than 1988 Renault Espace. (102 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1984 Porsche 930 should accelerate faster than 1988 Renault Espace. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Porsche 930 weights approximately 130 kg more than 1988 Renault Espace. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1984 Porsche 930 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 Porsche 930. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1988 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 Porsche 930 (441 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 283 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Renault Espace. (158 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1984 Porsche 930 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Renault Espace.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Porsche 930 | 1988 Renault Espace | |
| Make | Porsche | Renault |
| Model | 930 | Espace |
| Year Released | 1984 | 1988 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 3299 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 296 HP | 102 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 441 Nm | 158 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1300 kg | 1170 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4300 mm | 4370 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1660 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2670 mm |
