1986 AC Ace vs. 1984 Renault Espace
To start off, 1986 AC Ace is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Renault Espace. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Renault Espace would be higher. Both 1986 AC Ace and 1984 Renault Espace are equipped with a 1,994 cc engine. In terms of performance, 1986 AC Ace (201 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 99 more horse power than 1984 Renault Espace. (102 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1986 AC Ace should accelerate faster than 1984 Renault Espace. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Renault Espace weights approximately 150 kg more than 1986 AC Ace.
Because 1986 AC Ace is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1984 Renault Espace. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1986 AC Ace will offer significantly more control. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1986 AC Ace (276 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 118 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Renault Espace. (158 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1986 AC Ace will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Renault Espace.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 AC Ace | 1984 Renault Espace | |
| Make | AC | Renault |
| Model | Ace | Espace |
| Year Released | 1986 | 1984 |
| Body Type | Roadster | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1994 cc | 1994 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 201 HP | 102 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 276 Nm | 158 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 9.2:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1020 kg | 1170 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3970 mm | 4260 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1670 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2670 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 68 L |
