1985 Aston Martin V8 Vantage vs. 2007 Renault Espace
To start off, 2007 Renault Espace is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Aston Martin V8 Vantage. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Aston Martin V8 Vantage would be higher. At 5,340 cc (8 cylinders), 1985 Aston Martin V8 Vantage is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Aston Martin V8 Vantage (370 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 221 more horse power than 2007 Renault Espace. (149 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1985 Aston Martin V8 Vantage should accelerate faster than 2007 Renault Espace. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Renault Espace weights approximately 30 kg more than 1985 Aston Martin V8 Vantage.
Because 1985 Aston Martin V8 Vantage 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 1985 Aston Martin V8 Vantage. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 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, 1985 Aston Martin V8 Vantage (510 Nm @ 4900 RPM) has 190 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Renault Espace. (320 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1985 Aston Martin V8 Vantage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Renault Espace. 2007 Renault Espace has automatic transmission and 1985 Aston Martin V8 Vantage has manual transmission. 1985 Aston Martin V8 Vantage will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Renault Espace will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Aston Martin V8 Vantage | 2007 Renault Espace | |
| Make | Aston Martin | Renault |
| Model | V8 Vantage | Espace |
| Year Released | 1985 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5340 cc | 2188 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 370 HP | 149 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 510 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4900 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 100.1 mm | 87 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 85.1 mm | 92 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1820 kg | 1850 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4610 mm | 4670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1700 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2810 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 113 L | 83 L |
