1985 Renault Espace vs. 1996 Suzuki Baleno
To start off, 1996 Suzuki Baleno is newer by 11 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, 1996 Suzuki Baleno (119 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 1985 Renault Espace. (118 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Suzuki Baleno should accelerate faster than 1985 Renault Espace. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Renault Espace weights approximately 205 kg more than 1996 Suzuki Baleno.
Let's talk about torque, 1985 Renault Espace (168 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 15 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Suzuki Baleno. (153 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1985 Renault Espace will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Suzuki Baleno.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Renault Espace | 1996 Suzuki Baleno | |
| Make | Renault | Suzuki |
| Model | Espace | Baleno |
| Year Released | 1985 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1993 cc | 1839 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 119 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 168 Nm | 153 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 88 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 83 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1290 kg | 1085 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4370 mm | 4350 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1730 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2590 mm | 2490 mm |
