1985 Renault Espace vs. 2006 Saturn ION
To start off, 2006 Saturn ION is newer by 21 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 12 more horse power than 2006 Saturn ION. (140 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1985 Renault Espace should accelerate faster than 2006 Saturn ION. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Saturn ION weights approximately 60 kg more than 1985 Renault Espace.
Let's talk about torque, 2006 Saturn ION (197 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 34 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Renault Espace. (163 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2006 Saturn ION will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Renault Espace.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Renault Espace | 2006 Saturn ION | |
| Make | Renault | Saturn |
| Model | Espace | ION |
| Year Released | 1985 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Sedan |
| Engine Size | 2849 cc | 2196 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 152 HP | 140 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 163 Nm | 197 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1390 kg | 1450 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4370 mm | 4690 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1730 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2590 mm | 2630 mm |
