1985 Renault Espace vs. 1999 Ford Focus
To start off, 1999 Ford Focus is newer by 14 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 53 more horse power than 1999 Ford Focus. (99 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1985 Renault Espace should accelerate faster than 1999 Ford Focus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Renault Espace weights approximately 200 kg more than 1999 Ford Focus. 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 14 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Ford Focus. (149 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1985 Renault Espace will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Ford Focus.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Renault Espace | 1999 Ford Focus | |
| Make | Renault | Ford |
| Model | Espace | Focus |
| Year Released | 1985 | 1999 |
| Engine Size | 2849 cc | 1795 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 152 HP | 99 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 163 Nm | 149 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1390 kg | 1190 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4370 mm | 4160 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1730 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2590 mm | 2620 mm |
