1985 Porsche 928 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 Porsche 928. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Porsche 928 would be higher. At 4,662 cc (8 cylinders), 1985 Porsche 928 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Porsche 928 (310 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 72 more horse power than 2007 Renault Espace. (238 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1985 Porsche 928 should accelerate faster than 2007 Renault Espace. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Renault Espace weights approximately 495 kg more than 1985 Porsche 928.
Because 1985 Porsche 928 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 Porsche 928. 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 Porsche 928 (400 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 70 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Renault Espace. (330 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1985 Porsche 928 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Renault Espace.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Porsche 928 | 2007 Renault Espace | |
| Make | Porsche | Renault |
| Model | 928 | Espace |
| Year Released | 1985 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4662 cc | 3498 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 310 HP | 238 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 400 Nm | 330 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 97 mm | 95.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78.9 mm | 81.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.4:1 | 10.3:1 |
| Top Speed | 249 km/hour | 225 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1350 kg | 1845 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 4670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1700 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2810 mm |
