1985 Renault Espace vs. 2012 Porsche 911
To start off, 2012 Porsche 911 is newer by 27 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 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Porsche 911 (345 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 193 more horse power than 1985 Renault Espace. (152 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 1985 Renault Espace. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Porsche 911 weights approximately 90 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, 2012 Porsche 911 (390 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 227 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Renault Espace. (163 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2012 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Renault Espace.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Renault Espace | 2012 Porsche 911 | |
| Make | Renault | Porsche |
| Model | Espace | 911 |
| Year Released | 1985 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Coupe |
| Engine Size | 2849 cc | 3600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 152 HP | 345 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 163 Nm | 390 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1390 kg | 1480 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4370 mm | 4460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1808 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1730 mm | 1311 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2590 mm | 2350 mm |
