1985 Renault Espace vs. 2011 Aston Martin V12 Vantage
To start off, 2011 Aston Martin V12 Vantage is newer by 26 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 6,000 cc (12 cylinders), 2011 Aston Martin V12 Vantage is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Aston Martin V12 Vantage (510 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 358 more horse power than 1985 Renault Espace. (152 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Aston Martin V12 Vantage should accelerate faster than 1985 Renault Espace. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Aston Martin V12 Vantage weights approximately 307 kg more than 1985 Renault Espace. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2011 Aston Martin V12 Vantage (569 Nm @ 5750 RPM) has 406 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Renault Espace. (163 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2011 Aston Martin V12 Vantage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Renault Espace.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Renault Espace | 2011 Aston Martin V12 Vantage | |
| Make | Renault | Aston Martin |
| Model | Espace | V12 Vantage |
| Year Released | 1985 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Coupe |
| Engine Size | 2849 cc | 6000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 152 HP | 510 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 163 Nm | 569 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1390 kg | 1697 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4370 mm | 4382 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1867 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1730 mm | 1245 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2590 mm | 2741 mm |
