1985 Renault Espace vs. 1993 Subaru Impreza
To start off, 1993 Subaru Impreza 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 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 16 more horse power than 1993 Subaru Impreza. (102 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1985 Renault Espace should accelerate faster than 1993 Subaru Impreza. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Renault Espace weights approximately 76 kg more than 1993 Subaru Impreza. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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 21 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Subaru Impreza. (147 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1985 Renault Espace will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Subaru Impreza.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Renault Espace | 1993 Subaru Impreza | |
| Make | Renault | Subaru |
| Model | Espace | Impreza |
| Year Released | 1985 | 1993 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1993 cc | 1820 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 102 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 168 Nm | 147 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1290 kg | 1214 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4370 mm | 4360 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1730 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2590 mm | 2530 mm |
