1985 Renault Espace vs. 1993 Rover 200
To start off, 1993 Rover 200 is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Renault Espace. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Renault Espace 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 50 more horse power than 1993 Rover 200. (102 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1985 Renault Espace should accelerate faster than 1993 Rover 200. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Renault Espace weights approximately 315 kg more than 1993 Rover 200. 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 36 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Rover 200. (127 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1985 Renault Espace will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Rover 200.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Renault Espace | 1993 Rover 200 | |
| Make | Renault | Rover |
| Model | Espace | 200 |
| Year Released | 1985 | 1993 |
| Engine Size | 2849 cc | 1396 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 152 HP | 102 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 163 Nm | 127 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1390 kg | 1075 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4370 mm | 4230 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1730 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2590 mm | 2510 mm |
