1985 Renault Espace vs. 2001 Kia Visto
To start off, 2001 Kia Visto is newer by 16 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 99 more horse power than 2001 Kia Visto. (53 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1985 Renault Espace should accelerate faster than 2001 Kia Visto. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Renault Espace weights approximately 590 kg more than 2001 Kia Visto. 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 89 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Kia Visto. (74 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1985 Renault Espace will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Kia Visto.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Renault Espace | 2001 Kia Visto | |
| Make | Renault | Kia |
| Model | Espace | Visto |
| Year Released | 1985 | 2001 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Hatchback |
| Engine Size | 2849 cc | 796 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 152 HP | 53 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 163 Nm | 74 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1390 kg | 800 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4370 mm | 3500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1500 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1730 mm | 1590 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2590 mm | 2390 mm |
