1984 Renault 18 vs. 1989 Renault Espace
To start off, 1989 Renault Espace is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Renault 18. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Renault 18 would be higher. Both 1984 Renault 18 and 1989 Renault Espace are equipped with a 1,995 cc engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Renault Espace (108 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 1984 Renault 18. (104 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1989 Renault Espace should accelerate faster than 1984 Renault 18. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Renault Espace weights approximately 65 kg more than 1984 Renault 18. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1984 Renault 18 (164 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 1 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Renault Espace. (163 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1984 Renault 18 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Renault Espace.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Renault 18 | 1989 Renault Espace | |
| Make | Renault | Renault |
| Model | 18 | Espace |
| Year Released | 1984 | 1989 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 104 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 164 Nm | 163 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 88 mm | 82.7 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 93 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1135 kg | 1200 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 4370 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1730 mm |
