1985 Buick Electra vs. 1989 Renault Espace
To start off, 1989 Renault Espace is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Buick Electra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Buick Electra would be higher. At 2,966 cc (6 cylinders), 1985 Buick Electra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Buick Electra (109 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 1989 Renault Espace. (108 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1985 Buick Electra should accelerate faster than 1989 Renault Espace. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Buick Electra weights approximately 200 kg more than 1989 Renault Espace. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1985 Buick Electra (196 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 33 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Renault Espace. (163 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1985 Buick Electra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Renault Espace.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Buick Electra | 1989 Renault Espace | |
| Make | Buick | Renault |
| Model | Electra | Espace |
| Year Released | 1985 | 1989 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2966 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 109 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 196 Nm | 163 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1400 kg | 1200 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4990 mm | 4370 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1730 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2820 mm | 2590 mm |
