1985 Renault Espace vs. 1981 Nissan Laurel
To start off, 1985 Renault Espace is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Nissan Laurel. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Nissan Laurel would be higher. At 2,849 cc (6 cylinders), 1985 Renault Espace is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Renault Espace (152 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 56 more horse power than 1981 Nissan Laurel. (96 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1985 Renault Espace should accelerate faster than 1981 Nissan Laurel. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Renault Espace weights approximately 262 kg more than 1981 Nissan Laurel. 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 Renault Espace (163 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 28 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Nissan Laurel. (135 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1985 Renault Espace will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Nissan Laurel.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Renault Espace | 1981 Nissan Laurel | |
| Make | Renault | Nissan |
| Model | Espace | Laurel |
| Year Released | 1985 | 1981 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Sedan |
| Engine Size | 2849 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 152 HP | 96 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 163 Nm | 135 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1390 kg | 1128 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4370 mm | 4060 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1730 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2590 mm | 2410 mm |
