1985 Nissan Micra vs. 1985 Renault Espace
To start off, both 1985 Nissan Micra and 1985 Renault Espace were released in the same year (1985). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,993 cc (4 cylinders), 1985 Renault Espace is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Renault Espace (118 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 69 more horse power than 1985 Nissan Micra. (49 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1985 Renault Espace should accelerate faster than 1985 Nissan Micra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Renault Espace weights approximately 625 kg more than 1985 Nissan Micra. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1985 Renault Espace is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1985 Nissan Micra. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1985 Renault Espace will offer significantly more control. 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 Renault Espace (168 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 95 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Nissan Micra. (73 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1985 Renault Espace will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Nissan Micra.
Compare all specifications:
1985 Nissan Micra | 1985 Renault Espace | |
Make | Nissan | Renault |
Model | Micra | Espace |
Year Released | 1985 | 1985 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 988 cc | 1993 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 49 HP | 118 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 73 Nm | 168 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 665 kg | 1290 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3770 mm | 4370 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1730 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2590 mm |